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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Merced Airport and Modesto?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced Airport to Modesto. However, there are services departing from West Av @ 1st and arriving at Modesto via Merced. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Merced Airport to Modesto?

The distance between Merced Airport and Modesto is 44 miles. The road distance is 39.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merced Airport to Modesto without a car is to bus which takes 2h 4m and costs $5 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Merced Airport to Modesto, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Merced Airport to Modesto bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merced Airport to Modesto?

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

Where can I stay near Modesto?

There are 64+ hotels available in Modesto.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Merced Airport 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
2h 4m
$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 43m
$4–103
Drive 39.4 mi
1. Drive from Merced Airport to Modesto39.4 mi
46 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merced Airport to Modesto39.4 mi
46 min
$120–160
Bus via Modesto Bus Stop (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Modesto Bus StopGreyhound US0810
2h 11m
$16–20

Merced Airport to Modesto by foot and bus

6Weekly Services

2h 4mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 43.3 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

What companies run services between Merced Airport, CA, 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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