Trip from Bakersfield, CA to Hights Corner, CA

Q: How long is the trip from Bakersfield, CA to Hights Corner, CA?

The drive from Bakersfield, CA to Hights Corner, CA covers 13.9 miles and takes about 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are 7th Standard Road, Golden State Freeway, Golden State Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

Q: Is this a good same-day trip?

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Q: Where should I stop halfway?

The midpoint is about 7 miles from Bakersfield, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

Q: How much does gas cost for this trip?

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.19 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Q: What is the best time to leave?

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Q: What towns show up on signs driving from Bakersfield, CA to Hights Corner, CA?

The route from Bakersfield, CA to Hights Corner, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Q: Are there national parks near the route from Bakersfield, CA to Hights Corner, CA?

Yes. Nearby national parks include César E. Chávez National Monument.

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

19m

Distance

13.9 mi

22 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$3

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

4 AM

0h 17m ★

6 AM

0h 19m

8 AM

0h 22m

10 AM

0h 20m

12 PM

0h 20m

3 PM

0h 20m

5 PM

0h 22m

8 PM

0h 18m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

This short, 13.9-mile drive from Bakersfield to Hights Corner takes approximately 19 minutes, making it an easy addition to any day trip in California's Pacific Coast region. You'll primarily navigate via 7th Standard Road, Golden State Freeway, and Golden State Avenue. With a modest fuel cost of around $3, this route is a quick and efficient way to travel between these two points. It's definitely not an overnight trip, but rather a brief segment that fits seamlessly into a larger itinerary. Expect a local feel as you traverse this relatively short distance.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 19m. Total distance: 13.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

19m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Drive Character

This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' suggesting a more involved navigation experience than a straightforward highway cruise. While only 21% of the drive is on the highway, you'll encounter a longest stretch of 7 miles on 7th Standard Road. The road's personality likely shifts between faster freeway sections and more intricate local streets, requiring your attention to navigation and traffic. Be prepared for frequent turns and adjustments as you make your way through this segment.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

7th Standard Road is the longest continuous segment at about 7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near Golden State Road.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 13.9 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (Golden State Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.4 miles (CA 204; CA 99 BUS / Golden State Avenue): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles (CA 99 / Golden State Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5

1.2 mi into trip | ~2m in | Golden State Road

Enter roundabout onto Golden State Road

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

5

1.4 mi into trip | ~3m in | CA 204; CA 99 BUS / Golden State Avenue

Merge onto CA 204; CA 99 BUS / Golden State Avenue

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

5

3.4 mi into trip | ~5m in | CA 99 / Golden State Freeway

Merge onto CA 99 / Golden State Freeway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

8

6.3 mi into trip | ~8m in

Take the exit toward 7th Standard Road, Merle Haggard Drive

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 31 Toward 7th Standard Road, Merle Haggard Drive

6

13.8 mi into trip | ~18m in | Santa Fe Way

At end of road, turn right onto Santa Fe Way

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
7th Standard Road	7 mi	8m
Golden State Freeway	2.9 mi	3m
Golden State Avenue	1.9 mi	2m
Chester Avenue	0.9 mi	1m
Truxtun Avenue	0.3 mi	<1m
Galpin Street	0.3 mi	<1m
Golden State Road	0.2 mi	<1m
Santa Fe Way	0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: 7th Standard Road — 7 mi, about 8m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bakersfield, CA and Hights Corner, CA.

1

Start on Truxtun Avenue

0.1 mi · 23 sec · Truxtun Avenue

2

Continue on Truxtun Avenue

0.1 mi · 26 sec · Truxtun Avenue

3

Turn right onto Chester Avenue

0.9 mi · 1 min · Chester Avenue

4

Enter roundabout onto Golden State Road

0.1 mi · 11 sec · Golden State Road

5

Continue on Golden State Road

427 ft · 8 sec · Golden State Road

6

Take the ramp

395 ft · 10 sec

7

Merge onto CA 204; CA 99 BUS

1.9 mi · 2 min · Golden State Avenue

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

8

Merge onto CA 99

2.9 mi · 3 min · Golden State Freeway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

9

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 38 sec

Exit 31 Toward 7th Standard Road, Merle Haggard Drive Use the straight / slight right lanes.

10

Turn left onto 7th Standard Road

7.0 mi · 8 min · 7th Standard Road

Use the left lane.

11

Turn right onto Galpin Street

0.3 mi · 29 sec · Galpin Street

12

At end of road, turn right onto Santa Fe Way

0.1 mi · 15 sec · Santa Fe Way

13

Turn right onto Loraine Lane

204 ft · 8 sec · Loraine Lane

14

Arrive at destination

Loraine Lane

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$3.19 one way

$6.39 round trip

$5.84/gal 25.4 MPG avg 5 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$6.02	$3.29	$6.58
premium	$6.18	$3.38	$6.76
diesel	$5.61	$3.07	$6.14

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$3

Estimated CO2 emission: 4.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	4.2	$1.46	$0.67
Efficient EV	3.5	$1.22	$0.56
EV Truck/SUV	5.6	$1.95	$0.89

Gas CO2

5 kg

EV CO2

2 kg (60% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Bakersfield, CA

Afternoon in Bakersfield on Thursday

Local time

1:59 PM

PDT

Current temp

77°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hights Corner, CA

Afternoon in Hights Corner on Thursday

Local time

1:59 PM

PDT

Current temp

75°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

2 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

19m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Bakersfield, CA to Hights Corner, CA covers 13.9 miles and takes about 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are 7th Standard Road, Golden State Freeway, Golden State Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 7 miles from Bakersfield, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.19 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 13.9 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles (Golden State Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.4 miles (CA 204; CA 99 BUS / Golden State Avenue): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles (CA 99 / Golden State Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Bakersfield, CA to Hights Corner, CA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Yes. Nearby national parks include César E. Chávez National Monument.

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