What is the cheapest way to get from Modesto to San Jose?

The cheapest way to get from Modesto to San Jose is to drive which costs $13 - $21 and takes 1h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Modesto to San Jose?

The fastest way to get from Modesto to San Jose is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs $13 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Modesto and San Jose?

No, there is no direct bus from Modesto to San Jose. However, there are services departing from Modesto Bus Stop and arriving at San Jose via Stockton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Modesto to San Jose?

The distance between Modesto and San Jose is 97 miles. The road distance is 76.6 miles.

How do I travel from Modesto to San Jose without a car?

The best way to get from Modesto to San Jose without a car is to bus and BART which takes 2h 44m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Modesto to San Jose?

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Modesto to San Jose, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Modesto to San Jose bus from?

Modesto to San Jose bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, depart from Modesto Bus Stop station.

Where does the Modesto to San Jose bus arrive?

Modesto to San Jose bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, arrive at Stockton station.

Can I drive from Modesto to San Jose?

Yes, the driving distance between Modesto to San Jose is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Modesto to San Jose.

Where can I stay near San Jose?

There are 482+ hotels available in San Jose.

Modesto to San Jose - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, BART, and line 70 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Modesto to San Jose by bus, subway, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, BART
best
1. Take the bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to BART Dublin Stationbus 90
2. Take the subway from Bay Fair to Berryessa / North San Josesubway Orange-S / ...
2h 44m
Line 70 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to ACE Lathrop Stationbus 70
2. Take the train from Lathrop/Manteca Station to San Jose Station Diridontrain Ace
3h 33m
$4–32
Drive 76.2 mi
1. Drive from Modesto to San Josecar 76.2 mi
1h 32m
$14–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Stocktonbus Greyhound US0831 / ...
2. Take the bus from Stockton to San Josebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
3h 29m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Modesto to San Jose.

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Distance: 96.9 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Modesto, CA, USA and San Jose, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Modesto Bus Stop to San Jose via Stockton and Stockton in around 3h 29m.

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