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

The cheapest way to get from Modesto to Tempe is to bus which costs $70 - $90 and takes 16h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Modesto to Tempe is to bus and fly which takes 4h 14m and costs $100 - $490.

How far is it from Modesto to Tempe?

The distance between Modesto and Tempe is 735 miles. The road distance is 695.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Modesto to Tempe without a car is to bus via Phoenix which takes 16h and costs $120 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Modesto to Tempe, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Modesto and Tempe?

Tempe is 1h ahead of Modesto. It is currently 2:51 AM in Modesto and 3:51 AM in Tempe.

Can I drive from Modesto to Tempe?

Yes, the driving distance between Modesto to Tempe is 695 miles. It takes approximately 11h 16m to drive from Modesto to Tempe.

Where can I stay near Tempe?

There are 2797+ hotels available in Tempe.

Modesto to Tempe - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, car, and BART

There are 9 ways to get from Modesto to Tempe by bus, plane, car, subway, or train

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 Station
2. Fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Phoenix (PHX)OAK - PHX
5h 51m
$84–433
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Modesto to Phoenix Bus Station
16h 30m
$70–88
Bus via Phoenix
1. Take the bus from Modesto to PhoenixSacramento
16h
$128–152
Drive 691.1 mi
1. Drive from Modesto to Tempe691.1 mi
11h 16m
$127–183
Bus to Stockton Metropolitan Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Modesto to Stockton
2. Fly from Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK) to Phoenix (PHX)SCK - PHX
4h 14m
$102–487
Bus, BART to San Francisco International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to BART Dublin Station
2. Take the subway from Dublin / Pleasanton to Daly City
3. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Phoenix (PHX)SFO - PHX
6h 36m
$319–825
Bus to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Fresno Bus Station
2. Fly from Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) to Phoenix (PHX)FAT - PHX
6h 19m
$116–587
Bus to Sacramento International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Sacramento Bus Station
2. Fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Phoenix (PHX)SMF - PHX
6h 36m
$297–636
Train to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lathrop Station to Santa Clara Station
2. Fly from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) to Phoenix (PHX)SJC - PHX
7h 11m
$329–573

Modesto to Tempe by bus and tram

6Weekly Services

16hAverage Duration

$128Cheapest Price

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Distance: 731 mi
Duration: 5h 51m

What companies run services between Modesto, CA, USA and Tempe, AZ, USA?

Tufesa Mexico operates a bus from Modesto to Phoenix 3 times a week. Tickets cost $70–110 and the journey takes 14h 30m. Tufesa also services this route 3 times a week.

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