What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Tahoe to Modesto?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Tahoe to Modesto is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Tahoe to Modesto?

The fastest way to get from Lake Tahoe to Modesto is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs $30 - $45.

How far is it from Lake Tahoe to Modesto?

The distance between Lake Tahoe and Modesto is 272 miles. The road distance is 171.4 miles.

How do I travel from Lake Tahoe to Modesto without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Tahoe to Modesto without a car is to bus which takes 9h 2m and costs $130 - $230.

How long does it take to get from Lake Tahoe to Modesto?

It takes approximately 9h 2m to get from Lake Tahoe to Modesto, including transfers.

Can I drive from Lake Tahoe to Modesto?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Tahoe to Modesto is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Lake Tahoe to Modesto.

Where can I stay near Modesto?

There are 64+ hotels available in Modesto.

Lake Tahoe to Modesto - 2 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Lake Tahoe to Modesto by bus (Greyhound) or car

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 E Robinson Street and N Plaza Street to RTC 4th STREET STATION Bay W 4SS
2. Take the bus from Reno Amtrak to Sacramento Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Modesto Bus Stop
9h 2m
$130–227
Drive 170.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sand Harbor to Modesto170.4 mi
3h 50m
$32–45

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Distance: 270.3 mi
Duration: 9h 2m

What companies run services between Lake Tahoe, CA, USA and Modesto, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Sand Harbor Visitors Center to Modesto Bus Stop via Hwy 28 at Tunnel Creek, E Robinson Street and N Plaza Street, RTC 4th STREET STATION Bay W 4SS, Reno Amtrak, and Sacramento Bus Station in around 9h 2m.

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