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

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Modesto is to bus which costs $50 - $85 and takes 9h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Modesto is to fly and bus which takes 4h 20m and costs $80 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Modesto?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Modesto. However, there are services departing from Main-Culver and arriving at Modesto via Anaheim and Huntington Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 54m.

How far is it from Irvine to Modesto?

The distance between Irvine and Modesto is 451 miles. The road distance is 355.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Irvine to Modesto without a car is to bus via Los Angeles which takes 8h 54m and costs $60 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Irvine to Modesto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Modesto bus from?

Irvine to Modesto bus services, operated by Tufesa, depart from Huntington Park station.

Where does the Irvine to Modesto bus arrive?

Irvine to Modesto bus services, operated by Tufesa, arrive at Modesto station.

Can I drive from Irvine to Modesto?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Modesto is 356 miles. It takes approximately 6h to drive from Irvine to Modesto.

Where can I stay near Modesto?

There are 59+ hotels available in Modesto.

Irvine to Modesto - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Irvine to Modesto by plane, bus, car, or train

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 John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane SNA - OAK
2. Take the bus from BART Dublin Station to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exibus
4h 20m
$82–490
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Anaheim to Modestobus 1
9h 43m
$52–82
Bus via Los Angeles
1. Take the bus from Huntington Park to Modestobus Nogales
8h 54m
$60–92
Drive 353.8 mi
1. Drive from Irvine to Modestocar 353.8 mi
6h
$65–94
Fly to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, bus
1. Fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC)plane SNA - SJC
2. Take the bus from BART Dublin Station to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exibus
5h 14m
$84–495
Fly to Sacramento International Airport, bus
1. Fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)plane SNA - SMF
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Modesto Bus Stopbus
5h 26m
$111–614
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Tustin to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Delano Bus Stopbus
3. Take the bus from Delano - Juanita's Travel to Modestobus 1
8h 59m
$66–112

Irvine to Modesto by bus

6Weekly Buses

8h 54mAverage Duration

$60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 448.8 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

Tufesa operates a bus from Huntington Park to Modesto 3 times a week. Tickets cost $65–95 and the journey takes 5h 10m. Tufesa Mexico also services this route 3 times a week.

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