What is the cheapest way to get from Goleta to Modesto Station?

The cheapest way to get from Goleta to Modesto Station is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 6h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Goleta to Modesto Station?

The fastest way to get from Goleta to Modesto Station is to fly and bus which takes 5h 18m and costs $70 - $430.

How far is it from Goleta to Modesto Station?

The distance between Goleta and Modesto Station is 351 miles. The road distance is 297.3 miles.

How do I travel from Goleta to Modesto Station without a car?

The best way to get from Goleta to Modesto Station without a car is to train and bus which takes 10h 45m and costs $110 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Goleta to Modesto Station?

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Goleta to Modesto Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Goleta to Modesto Station bus from?

Goleta to Modesto Station bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Train or bus from Goleta to Modesto Station?

The best way to get from Goleta to Modesto Station is to train which takes 11h 28m and costs $160 - $290. Alternatively, you can bus via Bakersfield, which costs $85 - $170 and takes 11h 46m.

Where does the Goleta to Modesto Station bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Goleta to Modesto Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Goleta to Modesto Station is 297 miles. It takes approximately 6h 3m to drive from Goleta to Modesto Station.

Where can I stay near Modesto Station?

There are 140+ hotels available in Modesto Station.

Goleta to Modesto Station - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Goleta and Modesto Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Goleta to Modesto Station station. However, there are services departing from Fairview & Carson and arriving at Amtrak Station - Held Dr & Briggsmore Av via Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop, Bakersfield Train Station and Bay D - Modesto Transit Center - exit on. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 46m.

There are 8 ways to get from Goleta to Modesto Station by plane, bus, train, train (Amtrak), car, subway, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), or bus (Amtrak)

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

Fly to Oakland International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane SBA - OAK
2. Take the bus from BART Dublin Station to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exibus
5h 18m
$70–428
Fly to San Francisco International Airport, BART, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane SBA - SFO
2. Take the subway from Embarcadero to Dublin / Pleasantonsubway
3. Take the bus from BART Dublin Station to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exibus
6h 3m
$49–235
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Goleta Station to Van Nuystrain
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles - Pacoima to Bakersfield, CAbus
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Modestobus
10h 45m
$115–196
Train
1. Take the train from Goleta Station to San Luis Obispotrain
2. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to San Josetrain
3. Take the train from San Jose Station Diridon to Lathrop/Manteca Stationtrain Ace
11h 28m
$162–285
Drive 295.6 mi
1. Drive from Goleta to Modesto Stationcar 295.6 mi
6h 3m
$54–78
Fly to Sacramento International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)plane SBA - SMF
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Modesto Bus Stopbus
6h 24m
$95–524
Bus via Bakersfield
1. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Bakersfieldbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Modesto Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0810 / ...
11h 46m
$88–164
Bus
1. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Oaklandbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from BART Dublin Station to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exibus 90
13h 21m
$118–203

Goleta to Modesto Station by train and bus

3Weekly Services

10h 45mAverage Duration

$115Cheapest Price

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Distance: 348.6 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

What companies run services between Goleta, CA, USA and Modesto Station, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Goleta Station to Modesto Station via San Luis Obispo, San Jose, San Jose Station Diridon, and Lathrop/Manteca Station in around 11h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fairview & Carson to Amtrak Station - Held Dr & Briggsmore Av via Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop, Bakersfield, Bakersfield Train Station, Modesto Bus Stop, and Bay D - Modesto Transit Center - exit on in around 11h 46m.

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