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

The cheapest way to get from Modesto to Goleta is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Modesto to Goleta is to bus and fly which takes 5h 6m and costs $280 - $440.

Is there a direct bus between Modesto and Goleta?

No, there is no direct bus from Modesto to Goleta. However, there are services departing from Modesto Bus Stop and arriving at Fairview & Carson via Bakersfield and UCSB North Hall Inbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Modesto and Goleta?

No, there is no direct train from Modesto station to Goleta station. However, there are services departing from Lathrop/Manteca Station and arriving at Goleta Station via San Jose and San Luis Obispo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 52m.

How far is it from Modesto to Goleta?

The distance between Modesto and Goleta is 344 miles. The road distance is 295.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Modesto to Goleta without a car is to bus which takes 9h 56m and costs $85 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Modesto to Goleta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Modesto to Goleta bus from?

Modesto to Goleta bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Modesto Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Modesto to Goleta train from?

Modesto to Goleta train services, operated by Altamont Corridor Express, depart from Lathrop/Manteca Station.

Train or bus from Modesto to Goleta?

The best way to get from Modesto to Goleta is to bus which takes 9h 56m and costs $85 - $150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $110 - $230 and takes 12h 52m.

Where does the Modesto to Goleta bus arrive?

Modesto to Goleta bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Bakersfield Train Station.

Where does the Modesto to Goleta train arrive?

Modesto to Goleta train services, operated by Altamont Corridor Express, arrive at San Jose Station Diridon.

Can I drive from Modesto to Goleta?

Yes, the driving distance between Modesto to Goleta is 296 miles. It takes approximately 5h 55m to drive from Modesto to Goleta.

How do I get a train ticket from Modesto to Goleta?

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Where can I stay near Goleta?

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Modesto to Goleta - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, car, and BART

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Modesto to Goleta

Rome2Rio compared 8 ways to get from Modesto to Goleta. The best route is Bus to Oakland International Airport, fly, a distance of 371.369 km.

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 Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)plane OAK - SBA
5h 6m
$288–433
Drive 293.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Modesto to Goletacar 293.9 mi
5h 55m
$54–78
Bus
1. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Bakersfield Train Stationbus Greyhound US0810 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
9h 56m
$87–144
Train
1. Take the train from Lathrop/Manteca Station to San Jose Station Diridontrain Ace
2. Take the train from San Jose to San Luis Obispotrain
3. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Goleta Stationtrain
12h 52m
$114–223
Bus, BART to San Francisco International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to BART Dublin Stationbus
2. Take the subway from Dublin / Pleasanton to Daly Citysubway
3. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)plane SFO - SBA
6h 4m
$198–365
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 Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)plane SMF - SBA
6h 4m
$63–332
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Modesto to Bakersfieldbus
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San Fernandobus
3. Take the train from Van Nuys to Goleta Stationtrain
10h 10m
$68–131
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lathrop/Manteca Station to San Jose Station Diridontrain Ace
2. Take the bus from San Jose to Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
11h 31m
$115–170

Modesto to Goleta by bus

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9h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 342.4 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Fairview & Carson via Bakersfield Train Station, Bakersfield, Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop, and UCSB North Hall Inbound in around 9h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to Goleta Station via ACE Lathrop Station, Lathrop/Manteca Station, San Jose Station Diridon, San Jose, and San Luis Obispo in around 12h 52m.

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