What is the cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Modesto?

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Modesto is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Modesto?

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Modesto is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and Modesto?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bakersfield Train Station station and arriving at Modesto Bus Stop. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Bakersfield to Modesto?

The distance between Bakersfield and Modesto is 207 miles. The road distance is 203.5 miles.

How do I travel from Bakersfield to Modesto without a car?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Modesto without a car is to bus which takes 4h 35m and costs $35 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Bakersfield to Modesto?

The bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Modesto Bus Stop takes 4h 35m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield to Modesto bus from?

Bakersfield to Modesto bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Bakersfield Train Station.

Where does the Bakersfield to Modesto bus arrive?

Bakersfield to Modesto bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Modesto Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to Modesto?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to Modesto is 203 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Bakersfield to Modesto.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bakersfield to Modesto?

Book your Bakersfield to Modesto bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Modesto?

There are 65+ hotels available in Modesto.

Bakersfield to Modesto - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, plane, and BART

There are 4 ways to get from Bakersfield to Modesto by bus (Greyhound), car, plane, subway, bus, or bus (Flixbus)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Modesto Bus StopGreyhound US0810 / ...
4h 35m
$35–70
Bus via Dale Rd & Veneman Ave (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to ModestoFlixBus 2007
5h 5m
$29–89
Drive 202.3 mi
1. Drive from Bakersfield to Modesto202.3 mi
3h 21m
$37–54
Fly, BART, bus
1. Fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)BFL - SFO
2. Take the subway from Daly City to Dublin / Pleasanton
3. Take the bus from BART Dublin Station to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi
5h 8m
$71–261

Bakersfield to Modesto by bus

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4h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 206.2 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Bakersfield, CA, USA and Modesto, CA, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Modesto Bus Stop 3 times a day. Tickets cost $35–50 and the journey takes 4h 35m. Tufesa also services this route 3 times a week.

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