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

The cheapest way to get from California to Modesto is to bus via Bakersfield which costs $35 - $70 and takes 10h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from California to Modesto is to drive which takes 5h 16m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between California and Modesto?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Los Angeles Union Station station and arriving at Modesto Bus Stop. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 50m.

How far is it from California to Modesto?

The distance between California and Modesto is 319 miles. The road distance is 313.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from California to Modesto without a car is to bus which takes 6h 50m and costs $50 - $75.

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

The bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Modesto Bus Stop takes 6h 50m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the California to Modesto bus from?

California to Modesto bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the California to Modesto bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from California to Modesto?

Yes, the driving distance between California to Modesto is 313 miles. It takes approximately 5h 16m to drive from California to Modesto.

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

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Where can I stay near Modesto?

There are 71+ hotels available in Modesto.

California to Modesto - 4 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from California to Modesto by bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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 Los Angeles Union Station to Modesto Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0810 / ...
6h 50m
$50–75
Bus via Bakersfield #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Bakersfieldbus Guadalajara
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Modestobus Guadalajara
10h 40m
$37–67
Drive 311.5 mi
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Modestocar 311.5 mi
5h 16m
$57–83
Bus via Bakersfield
1. Take the bus from Downtown Los Angeles to Bakersfield, CAbus Nogales / ...
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Modestobus Nogales
7h 33m
$83–137

California to Modesto by bus

36Weekly Buses

6h 50mAverage Duration

$50Cheapest Price

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Distance: 317.2 mi
Duration: 6h 50m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Modesto Bus Stop 3 times a day. Tickets cost $50–100 and the journey takes 6h 50m. Limousine Express also services this route twice daily.

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