What is the cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Modesto?

The cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Modesto is to BART and bus which costs $8 - $10 and takes 3h.

What is the fastest way to get from San Francisco to Modesto?

The fastest way to get from San Francisco to Modesto is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs $16 - $24.

How far is it from San Francisco to Modesto?

The distance between San Francisco and Modesto is 89 miles. The road distance is 89 miles.

How do I travel from San Francisco to Modesto without a car?

The best way to get from San Francisco to Modesto without a car is to BART and bus which takes 3h and costs $8 - $10.

How long does it take to get from San Francisco to Modesto?

It takes approximately 3h to get from San Francisco to Modesto, including transfers.

Can I drive from San Francisco to Modesto?

Yes, the driving distance between San Francisco to Modesto is 89 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from San Francisco to Modesto.

Where can I stay near Modesto?

There are 63+ hotels available in Modesto.

San Francisco to Modesto - 2 ways to travel via BART, bus, and car

There are 2 ways to get from San Francisco to Modesto by subway, bus, or car

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BART, bus
best
1. Take the subway from Civic Center / UN Plaza to Dublin / Pleasantonsubway Blue-N
2. Take the bus from BART Dublin Station to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exibus 90
3h
$8–10
Drive 88.5 mi
1. Drive from San Francisco to Modestocar 88.5 mi
1h 38m
$17–24

San Francisco to Modesto by subway and bus

35Weekly Services

3hAverage Duration

$8Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from San Francisco to Modesto.

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Distance: 88.8 mi
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between San Francisco, CA, USA and Modesto, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from San Francisco to Modesto. However, you can take the subway to Dublin / Pleasanton, walk to BART Dublin Station, then take the bus to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi. Alternatively, you can drive from San Francisco to Modesto in around 1h 38m.

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