What is the cheapest way to get from Modesto to Dana Point?

The cheapest way to get from Modesto to Dana Point is to bus and train via Anaheim which costs $45 - $75 and takes 10h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Modesto to Dana Point?

The fastest way to get from Modesto to Dana Point is to bus and fly which takes 5h 14m and costs $130 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Modesto and Dana Point?

No, there is no direct bus from Modesto to Dana Point. However, there are services departing from Modesto and arriving at Golden Lantern-Pacific Coast via Bakersfield, CA, Florence / Pacific, Norwalk Station and 7Th-Channel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 37m.

How far is it from Modesto to Dana Point?

The distance between Modesto and Dana Point is 473 miles. The road distance is 370.7 miles.

How do I travel from Modesto to Dana Point without a car?

The best way to get from Modesto to Dana Point without a car is to bus and train via Anaheim which takes 10h 2m and costs $45 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Modesto to Dana Point?

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Modesto to Dana Point, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Modesto to Dana Point bus from?

Modesto to Dana Point bus services, operated by Tufesa, depart from Modesto station.

Where does the Modesto to Dana Point bus arrive?

Modesto to Dana Point bus services, operated by Tufesa, arrive at Bakersfield, CA station.

Can I drive from Modesto to Dana Point?

Yes, the driving distance between Modesto to Dana Point is 371 miles. It takes approximately 6h 16m to drive from Modesto to Dana Point.

Where can I stay near Dana Point?

There are 1241+ hotels available in Dana Point.

Modesto to Dana Point - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Modesto to Dana Point by bus, plane, train, car, 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 to Oakland International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to BART Dublin Stationbus
2. Fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane OAK - SNA
5h 14m
$137–506
Bus, train via Anaheim
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Modesto to Huntington Parkbus Stockton
2. Take the train from Anaheim to San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
10h 2m
$49–73
Drive 368.6 mi
1. Drive from Modesto to Dana Pointcar 368.6 mi
6h 16m
$68–98
Train to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lathrop/Manteca Station to Santa Clara Stationtrain
2. Fly from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane SJC - SNA
6h 33m
$157–576
Bus to Sacramento International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Sacramento Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane SMF - SNA
6h 8m
$158–577
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US0810 / ...
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Tustintrain OC Line
11h 8m
$62–113
Bus via Bakersfield
1. Take the bus from Modesto to Bakersfield, CAbus
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Huntington Parkbus
3. Take the bus from 7Th-Channel to Golden Lantern-Pacific Coastbus 1
12h 37m
$91–144
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Santa Ana Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0831
12h 50m
$69–127

Modesto to Dana Point by bus and train

6Weekly Services

10h 2mAverage Duration

$49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 470.4 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

What companies run services between Modesto, CA, USA and Dana Point, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Modesto to Golden Lantern-Pacific Coast via Bakersfield, CA, Huntington Park, Florence / Pacific, Norwalk Station, 7th / Channel, and 7Th-Channel in around 12h 37m.

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