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

The cheapest way to get from Modesto to Watsonville is to drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Modesto to Watsonville is to drive which takes 2h and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Modesto and Watsonville?

No, there is no direct bus from Modesto to Watsonville. However, there are services departing from Modesto Bus Stop and arriving at W Lake Ave & Main via Stockton, Diridon Station and Front & Soquel Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Modesto and Watsonville?

No, there is no direct train from Modesto station to Watsonville. However, there are services departing from Lathrop/Manteca Station and arriving at Salinas via San Jose. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

How far is it from Modesto to Watsonville?

The distance between Modesto and Watsonville is 152 miles. The road distance is 102.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Modesto to Watsonville without a car is to bus and BART and line 2 bus which takes 5h 42m and costs $21 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Modesto to Watsonville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Modesto to Watsonville bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Modesto to Watsonville train from?

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

Train or bus from Modesto to Watsonville?

The best way to get from Modesto to Watsonville is to train which takes 7h 55m and costs $30 - $65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 2 bus, which costs $55 - $90 and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Modesto to Watsonville bus arrive?

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

Where does the Modesto to Watsonville train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Modesto to Watsonville?

Yes, the driving distance between Modesto to Watsonville is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Modesto to Watsonville.

Where can I stay near Watsonville?

There are 179+ hotels available in Watsonville.

Modesto to Watsonville - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, BART, and line 2 bus

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

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Bus, BART, line 2 bus
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
3. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
4. Take the bus from Front & Soquel Ave to W Lake Ave & Mainbus 2 / ...
5h 42m
$21–38
Drive 101.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Modesto to Watsonvillecar 101.7 mi
2h
$19–27
Train
1. Take the train from Lathrop/Manteca Station to San Jose Station Diridontrain Ace
2. Take the train from San Jose to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
7h 55m
$33–62
Train, bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the train from Lathrop/Manteca Station to San Jose Station Diridontrain Ace
2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
3. Take the bus from River St S. & Soquel Ave to E Lake & Suddenbus 1
5h 57m
$24–38
Bus, line 2 bus
1. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Stocktonbus
2. Take the bus from Stockton to San Josebus
3. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
4. Take the bus from Front & Soquel Ave to W Lake Ave & Mainbus 2 / ...
6h 13m
$55–88

Modesto to Watsonville by bus and subway

35Weekly Services

5h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 150.8 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to Rodriguez / Second via ACE Lathrop Station, Lathrop/Manteca Station, San Jose Station Diridon, San Jose, Salinas, and Lincoln Ave / W Market St in around 7h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Modesto Bus Stop to W Lake Ave & Main via Stockton, Stockton, San Jose, Diridon Station, Soquel Ave & Front, and Front & Soquel Ave in around 6h 13m.

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