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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Salinas and Modesto?

No, there is no direct bus from Salinas to Modesto. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at Modesto Bus Stop via San Jose and Stockton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Salinas to Modesto?

The distance between Salinas and Modesto is 162 miles. The road distance is 101.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salinas to Modesto without a car is to bus and BART via San Jose which takes 4h 55m and costs $19 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Salinas to Modesto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salinas to Modesto bus from?

Salinas to Modesto bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Salinas station.

Where does the Salinas to Modesto bus arrive?

Salinas to Modesto bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Can I drive from Salinas to Modesto?

Yes, the driving distance between Salinas to Modesto is 101 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Salinas to Modesto.

Where can I stay near Modesto?

There are 64+ hotels available in Modesto.

Salinas to Modesto - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, BART, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Salinas to Modesto by bus, subway, train, car, or bus (Amtrak, Flixbus, 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, BART via San Jose
best
1. Take the bus from Salinas to San Jose
2. Take the subway from Berryessa / North San Jose to Bay Fair
3. Take the bus from BART Dublin Station to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi90
4h 55m
$20–98
Drive 100.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Salinas to Modesto100.5 mi
2h 18m
$19–27
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Salinas to OaklandCoast Starlight
2. Take the bus from BART Dublin Station to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi90
5h 59m
$28–59
Bus, BART
1. Take the bus from Salinas Train Station to Oakland
2. Take the subway from West Oakland to Dublin / Pleasanton
3. Take the bus from BART Dublin Station to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi90
5h 25m
$23–93
Bus
1. Take the bus from Salinas to San Jose
2. Take the bus from San Jose to Stockton
3. Take the bus from Stockton to Modesto Bus Stop
6h 9m

Salinas to Modesto by bus and subway

32Weekly Services

4h 55mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 161 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Salinas to Modesto Bus Stop via San Jose, Stockton, and Stockton in around 6h 9m.

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