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

The cheapest way to get from Modesto to Placerville is to drive which costs $16 - $24 and takes 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Modesto to Placerville is to drive which takes 2h and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Modesto and Placerville?

No, there is no direct bus from Modesto to Placerville station. However, there are services departing from Modesto Bus Stop and arriving at Placerville Station Transfer Center via Richards Blvd & Sequoia Pacific Blvd and Sacramento - Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Modesto to Placerville?

The distance between Modesto and Placerville is 129 miles. The road distance is 90.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Modesto to Placerville without a car is to bus which takes 4h 29m and costs $22 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Modesto to Placerville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Modesto to Placerville bus from?

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

Where does the Modesto to Placerville bus arrive?

Modesto to Placerville bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Can I drive from Modesto to Placerville?

Yes, the driving distance between Modesto to Placerville is 91 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Modesto to Placerville.

Where can I stay near Placerville?

There are 60+ hotels available in Placerville.

Modesto to Placerville - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and tram

There are 5 ways to get from Modesto to Placerville by bus (Greyhound), car, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), bus, tram, or bus (Flixbus)

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 Modesto Bus Stop to Sacramento Bus StationGreyhound US0831 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sacramento - Amtrak to Placerville Station Transfer CenterSac/SLT Connecting Bus
4h 29m
$23–35
Drive 90.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Modesto to Placerville90.2 mi
2h
$17–24
Bus via Lodi
1. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Lodi Bus Stop
2. Take the bus from Lodi Amtrak Station to Sacramento
3. Take the bus from Sacramento - Amtrak to Placerville Station Transfer Center
4h 40m
Bus, tram
1. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Sacramento Bus Station
2. Take the tram from 7th & I/County Center Station to Iron Point Station
3. Take the bus from Iron Point station to Placerville Station Transfer Center50x
5h 53m
$26–38
Bus via Folsom
1. Take the bus from Modesto to Sacramento Bus StationFlixBus 2007
2. Take the bus from Iron Point station to Placerville Station Transfer Center50x
7h 30m
$25–48

Modesto to Placerville by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

4h 29mAverage Duration

$23Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Modesto to Placerville.

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Distance: 128 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Placerville Station Transfer Center via Sacramento Bus Station, Richards Blvd & Sequoia Pacific Blvd, 7Th St & H St, and Sacramento - Amtrak in around 4h 29m.

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