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

The cheapest way to get from Watsonville to Modesto is to drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 2h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watsonville to Modesto is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Watsonville and Modesto?

No, there is no direct bus from Watsonville to Modesto. However, there are services departing from E Beach & Union and arriving at Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi via Front, San Jose, San Joaquin St & Taylor St NS Northbound and Stockton Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

How far is it from Watsonville to Modesto?

The distance between Watsonville and Modesto is 165 miles. The road distance is 102.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watsonville to Modesto without a car is to line 2 bus and bus and train which takes 7h 1m and costs $27 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from Watsonville to Modesto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watsonville to Modesto bus from?

Watsonville to Modesto bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, depart from E Beach & Union station.

Where does the Watsonville to Modesto bus arrive?

Watsonville to Modesto bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, arrive at Soquel Ave & Front station.

Can I drive from Watsonville to Modesto?

Yes, the driving distance between Watsonville to Modesto is 103 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Watsonville to Modesto.

Where can I stay near Modesto?

There are 75+ hotels available in Modesto.

Watsonville to Modesto - 4 ways to travel via train, line 2 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Watsonville to Modesto by bus, train, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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

Line 2 bus, bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Main & Ford to River St S. & Soquel Avebus 2
2. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Stationbus 17
3. Take the train from San Jose to Oakland Coliseum/Airport Amtraktrain
4. Take the bus from BART Dublin Station to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exibus 90
7h 1m
$27–53
Drive 102.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Watsonville to Modestocar 102.3 mi
2h 1m
$19–27
Line 1 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from E Beach & Union to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 1
2. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Stationbus 17
3. Take the train from San Jose Station Diridon to Lathrop/Manteca Stationtrain Ace
8h 5m
$24–39
Line 1 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from E Beach & Union to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 1
2. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Stationbus 17
3. Take the bus from San Jose to Stocktonbus
4. Take the bus from Stockton Transit Center to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exibus 80
8h 20m
$36–70

Watsonville to Modesto by bus, train, and subway

35Weekly Services

7h 1mAverage Duration

$27Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Watsonville to Modesto.

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Distance: 163.7 mi
Duration: 7h 1m

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

You can take a bus from E Beach & Union to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi via Soquel Ave & Front, Front, Diridon Station, San Jose, Stockton, San Joaquin St & Taylor St NS Northbound, Downtown Transit Center Dep B, and Stockton Transit Center in around 8h 20m.

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