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

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

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 6m 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 Bus Stop via Carl's Jr./Inyo St. and Bakersfield Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 43m.

How far is it from Ridgecrest to Modesto?

The distance between Ridgecrest and Modesto is 310 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 $170 - $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 6m to drive from Ridgecrest to Modesto.

Where can I stay near Modesto?

There are 149+ hotels available in Modesto.

Ridgecrest to Modesto - 4 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ridgecrest to Modesto by bus, taxi, car, or bus (Amtrak, Greyhound)

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.bus 227
2. Take the taxi from Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd. to Bakersfield, CAtaxi
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Modestobus
6h 16m
$173–228
Drive 285.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ridgecrest to Modestocar 285.7 mi
6h 6m
$53–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. to Carl's Jr./Inyo St.bus 230
2. Take the bus from Carl's Jr./Inyo St. to Bakersfield Amtrakbus 100
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Modesto Bus Stopbus
9h 43m
$58–108
Bus via Bakersfield
1. Take the bus from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. to Carl's Jr./Inyo St.bus 230
2. Take the bus from Carl's Jr./Inyo St. to GET Downtown Transit Centerbus 100
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Modestobus
9h 50m
$57–87

Ridgecrest to Modesto by bus

6Weekly Buses

9h 43mAverage Duration

$58Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ridgecrest to Modesto.

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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 Bus Stop via Carl's Jr./Inyo St., Bakersfield Amtrak, and Bakersfield Train Station in around 9h 43m.

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