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

The cheapest way to get from Ridgecrest to Modesto is to bus which costs $35 - $55 and takes 9h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ridgecrest to Modesto is to drive which takes 6h 5m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Ridgecrest and Modesto?

No, there is no direct bus from Ridgecrest to Modesto. However, there are services departing from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. and arriving at Modesto via Carl's Jr. / Inyo St., Downtown Transit Center, Bakersfield College and Bakersfield, CA. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 50m.

How far is it from Ridgecrest to Modesto?

The distance between Ridgecrest and Modesto is 309 miles. The road distance is 287.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ridgecrest to Modesto without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 6h 16m and costs $160 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Ridgecrest to Modesto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ridgecrest to Modesto bus from?

Ridgecrest to Modesto bus services, operated by Kern Transit, depart from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. station.

Where does the Ridgecrest to Modesto bus arrive?

Ridgecrest to Modesto bus services, operated by Kern Transit, arrive at Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. station.

Can I drive from Ridgecrest to Modesto?

Yes, the driving distance between Ridgecrest to Modesto is 287 miles. It takes approximately 6h 5m to drive from Ridgecrest to Modesto.

Where can I stay near Modesto?

There are 59+ hotels available in Modesto.

Ridgecrest to Modesto - 5 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ridgecrest to Modesto by bus, taxi, car, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), or bus (Amtrak, Flixbus)

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

Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Kern County Superior Court - N. China Lake Blvd. to Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd.227
2. Take the taxi from Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd. to Bakersfield, CA
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Modesto
6h 16m
$168–223
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. to Carl's Jr. / Inyo St.230
2. Take the bus from Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. to Bakersfield Amtrak100
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Modesto Bus Stop
9h 53m
$36–53
Drive 285.7 mi
1. Drive from Ridgecrest to Modesto285.7 mi
6h 5m
$53–76
Bus via Bakersfield
1. Take the bus from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. to Carl's Jr. / Inyo St.230
2. Take the bus from Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. to GET Downtown Transit Center100
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Modesto
9h 50m
$52–82
Bus via Dale Rd & Veneman Ave
1. Take the bus from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. to Carl's Jr. / Inyo St.230
2. Take the bus from Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. to Bakersfield Amtrak100
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Modesto
10h 23m
$43–60

Ridgecrest to Modesto by bus

3Weekly Buses

9h 50mAverage Duration

$52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 307.7 mi
Duration: 6h 16m

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

You can take a bus from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. to Modesto via Carl's Jr. / Inyo St., GET Downtown Transit Center, Downtown Transit Center, Bakersfield College, East California & Washington, and Bakersfield, CA in around 9h 50m.

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