[pct-l] Getting to Walker Pass, CA from Bakersfield, CA -- anyone help?

[Patrick]

I have a friend who wants to meet me at Walker Pass on the PCT.  
That's, if I recall, mile 652 or so. Anyway, he's flying into  
Bakersfield on May 31st, should be there around noon.

Does anyone know if there's a shuttle or bus that will go out over  
Walker Pass? When I came through in 2008, it seemed like a fairly well  
traveled highway but I don't know about any public or private-for-hire  
transport over the pass. Failing that, will anyone be in the area and  
be willing to give a ride?

Any information is appreciated!
Joker