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

The cheapest way to get from Modesto to Salinas is to drive which costs $19 - $29 and takes 2h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Modesto to Salinas is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Modesto and Salinas?

No, there is no direct bus from Modesto to Salinas. However, there are services departing from Modesto Bus Stop and arriving at Salinas via Stockton and San Jose. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Modesto to Salinas?

The distance between Modesto and Salinas is 171 miles. The road distance is 107.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Modesto to Salinas without a car is to bus which takes 5h 29m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Modesto to Salinas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Modesto to Salinas bus from?

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

Train or bus from Modesto to Salinas?

The best way to get from Modesto to Salinas is to bus which takes 5h 29m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $160 and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Modesto to Salinas bus arrive?

Modesto to Salinas bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Stockton station.

Can I drive from Modesto to Salinas?

Yes, the driving distance between Modesto to Salinas is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Modesto to Salinas.

Where can I stay near Salinas?

There are 131+ hotels available in Salinas.

Modesto to Salinas - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and BART

There are 5 ways to get from Modesto to Salinas by bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), train, bus, car, subway, or train (Amtrak)

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 Stocktonbus
2. Take the bus from Stockton to San Josebus
3. Take the bus from San Jose to Salinasbus
5h 29m
Drive 106.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Modesto to Salinascar 106.9 mi
2h 3m
$20–29
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lathrop/Manteca Station to San Jose Stationtrain ACETrain
2. Take the bus from San Jose to Salinasbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 33m
Bus, BART
1. Take the bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to BART Dublin Stationbus 90
2. Take the subway from Dublin / Pleasanton to West Oaklandsubway
3. Take the bus from Oakland to Salinas Train Stationbus
6h 6m
$22–94
Train
1. Take the train from Lathrop/Manteca Station to San Jose Stationtrain ACETrain
2. Take the train from San Jose to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
6h 13m
$34–158

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Modesto to Salinas.

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Distance: 170 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Salinas via Stockton, Stockton, and San Jose in around 5h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to Salinas via ACE Lathrop Station, Lathrop/Manteca Station, San Jose Station, and San Jose in around 6h 13m.

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