How far is Petaluma, CA from Bakersfield, CA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Petaluma and Bakersfield is 281.18 miles (452.51 km).
Flight distance from Petaluma, CA to Bakersfield, CA is 281.18 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 38 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 34 minutes to travel from Petaluma to Bakersfield with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Petaluma, California to Bakersfield, California is: 319.99 miles (514.98 km) by car.
Driving from Petaluma to Bakersfield will take approximately 05 hours 04 minutes.
#1 Petaluma
The most populous city in Sonoma County, California. It is located in the North Bay region of the county. Petaluma is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Petaluma Arts Center and the Petaluma Museum.
| Population | 60632 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°13'57"N 122°38'12"W |
| Latitude | 38.2324200 |
| Longitude | -122.6366500 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bakersfield
The fifth most populous city in California and the center of the Bakersfield metropolitan area. It is located in the southern San Joaquin Valley in central California. Bakersfield is known for its oil industry, its agriculture, and its many attractions, such as the Kern County Museum and the California Living Museum.
| Population | 385725 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 35°22'24"N 119°1'7"W |
| Latitude | 35.3732900 |
| Longitude | -119.0187100 |
| Altitude | 123 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Bakersfield: Truxtun Avenue (-119.01871,35.373244)
Estimated Travel Time Between Petaluma and Bakersfield
The distance between Petaluma and Bakersfield is 515 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 05 hours 43 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Petaluma and Bakersfield. The current time is 21:52:29.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10 hours 39 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08 hours 00 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06 hours 23 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05 hours 19 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04 hours 34 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 04 hours 15 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 03 hours 59 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 42.74 liters (11.29 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Petaluma and Bakersfield.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Petaluma to Bakersfield is $60.47 (diesel $69.96).
California gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $5.36 | $5.59 | $5.74 | $6.2 |
| Total | $60.47 | $63.14 | $64.85 | $69.96 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in California ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $5.355 (Diesel $6.196) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 21, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Petaluma and Bakersfield (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
