What is the cheapest way to get from Merced Airport (MCE) to Modesto?

The cheapest way to get from Merced Airport (MCE) to Modesto is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 46 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Merced Airport (MCE) to Modesto?

The fastest way to get from Merced Airport (MCE) to Modesto is to drive which takes 46 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Merced Airport (MCE) and Modesto?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced Airport (MCE) to Modesto. However, there are services departing from West Av @ 1st and arriving at Modesto via Merced. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Merced Airport (MCE) to Modesto?

The distance between Merced Airport (MCE) and Modesto is 43 miles. The road distance is 39.5 miles.

How do I travel from Merced Airport (MCE) to Modesto without a car?

The best way to get from Merced Airport (MCE) to Modesto without a car is to bus which takes 1h 52m and costs $5 - $20.

How long does it take to get from Merced Airport (MCE) to Modesto?

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Merced Airport (MCE) to Modesto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced Airport (MCE) to Modesto bus from?

Merced Airport (MCE) to Modesto bus services, operated by Tufesa, depart from Merced station.

Where does the Merced Airport (MCE) to Modesto bus arrive?

Merced Airport (MCE) to Modesto bus services, operated by Tufesa, arrive at Modesto station.

Can I drive from Merced Airport (MCE) to Modesto?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced Airport (MCE) to Modesto is 40 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Merced Airport (MCE) to Modesto.

Where can I stay near Modesto?

There are 61+ hotels available in Modesto.

Merced Airport (MCE) to Modesto - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Merced Airport (MCE) to Modesto by bus, car, taxi, or bus (Greyhound)

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 Merced to ModestoNogales
1h 52m
$6–20
Bus via Turlock Transit Center
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Transpo to Roger K. Fall Transit CenterT
2. Take the bus from Turlock Transit Center to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi10 / ...
3h 30m
$4–103
Drive 39.3 mi
1. Drive from Merced Airport (MCE) to Modesto39.3 mi
46 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merced Airport (MCE) to Modesto39.3 mi
46 min
$120–160
Bus via Modesto Bus Stop (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Modesto Bus StopGreyhound US0810
1h 59m
$14–20

Merced Airport (MCE) to Modesto by bus

6Weekly Buses

1h 52mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 42.6 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

What companies run services between Merced Airport (MCE), USA and Modesto, CA, USA?

Tufesa operates a bus from Merced to Modesto 3 times a week. Tickets cost $19–45 and the journey takes 43 min. Tufesa Mexico also services this route 3 times a week.

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