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

The cheapest way to get from Barstow to Modesto is to drive which costs $60 - $90 and takes 5h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barstow to Modesto is to drive which takes 5h 34m and costs $60 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Barstow and Modesto?

No, there is no direct bus from Barstow to Modesto. However, there are services departing from Barstow and arriving at Modesto Bus Stop via Bakersfield Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 19m.

How far is it from Barstow to Modesto?

The distance between Barstow and Modesto is 341 miles. The road distance is 330.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barstow to Modesto without a car is to bus via Bakersfield which takes 6h 48m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 48m to get from Barstow to Modesto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barstow to Modesto bus from?

Barstow to Modesto bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Barstow station.

Where does the Barstow to Modesto bus arrive?

Barstow to Modesto bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Bakersfield station.

Can I drive from Barstow to Modesto?

Yes, the driving distance between Barstow to Modesto is 331 miles. It takes approximately 5h 34m to drive from Barstow to Modesto.

Where can I stay near Modesto?

There are 61+ hotels available in Modesto.

Barstow to Modesto - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Barstow to Modesto by bus (Amtrak), car, train, plane, bus, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), or bus (Amtrak, 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 via Bakersfield
best
1. Take the bus from Barstow to BakersfieldAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to ModestoNogales
6h 48m
Drive 328.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barstow to Modesto328.8 mi
5h 34m
$60–87
Train, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Barstow to San Bernardino
2. Fly from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)ONT - OAK
3. Take the bus from BART Dublin Station to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi
9h 19m
$103–459
Bus
1. Take the bus from Barstow to BakersfieldAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Modesto Bus StopGreyhound US0810 / ...
8h 19m
Bus via Dale Rd & Veneman Ave
1. Take the bus from Barstow to BakersfieldAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to ModestoFlixBus 2007
8h 49m

Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Oakland International Airport (OAK) flights

36Weekly Planes

1h 43mAverage Duration

$65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 338.7 mi
Duration: 6h 48m

What companies run services between Barstow, San Bernardino County, CA, USA and Modesto, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Barstow to Modesto via Bakersfield and Bakersfield, CA in around 6h 48m.

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