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 - $26 and takes 2h 7m.

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 7m and costs $18 - $26.

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 5h 55m.

How far is it from Modesto to Watsonville?

The distance between Modesto and Watsonville is 152 miles. The road distance is 99.4 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 37m and costs $14 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m 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.

Train or bus from Modesto to Watsonville?

The best way to get from Modesto to Watsonville is to train which takes 7h 59m and costs $45 - $65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 2 bus, which costs and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Modesto to Watsonville bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Modesto to Watsonville?

Yes, the driving distance between Modesto to Watsonville is 99 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Modesto to Watsonville.

Where can I stay near Watsonville?

There are 152+ hotels available in Watsonville.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Modesto to Watsonville by bus, subway, train (Amtrak), car, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), 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, BART, line 2 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to BART Dublin Station90
2. Take the subway from Bay Fair to Berryessa / North San Jose
3. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Front17
4. Take the bus from Front & Soquel Ave to W Lake Ave & Main2 / ...
5h 37m
$14–32
Train
1. Take the train from Lathrop Station to San Jose StationACETrain
2. Take the train from San Jose to SalinasCoast Starlight
7h 59m
$45–62
Drive 98.8 mi
1. Drive from Modesto to Watsonville98.8 mi
2h 7m
$18–26
Bus, line 2 bus
1. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Stockton
2. Take the bus from Stockton to San Jose
3. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Front17
4. Take the bus from Front & Soquel Ave to W Lake Ave & Main2 / ...
5h 55m
Train, bus, line 2 bus
1. Take the train from Lathrop Station to San Jose Station
2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Front17
3. Take the bus from Front & Soquel Ave to W Lake Ave & Main2 / ...
5h 59m
$18–32

Modesto to Watsonville by bus and subway

35Weekly Services

5h 37mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 150.8 mi
Duration: 5h 37m

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 Station, San Jose Station, San Jose, Salinas, and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1 in around 7h 59m. 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 5h 55m.

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