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 8m.

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 8m 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 Modesto Bus Stop via Front, San Jose and Stockton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

How far is it from Watsonville to Modesto?

The distance between Watsonville and Modesto is 149 miles. The road distance is 100 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 shuttle and bus which takes 5h 1m and costs $28 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 5h 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 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Watsonville to Modesto.

Where can I stay near Modesto?

There are 64+ hotels available in Modesto.

Watsonville to Modesto - 5 ways to travel via train, shuttle, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Watsonville to Modesto by shuttle, bus, car, train, 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.

Shuttle, bus
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Watsonville to 1642 Story Rd - San JoseCbx
2. Take the bus from BART Dublin Station to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi90
5h 1m
$29–45
Line 1 bus, bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from E Beach & Union to Soquel Ave & Front1
2. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Station17
3. Take the train from San Jose Station to Lathrop Station
8h 1m
$18–32
Drive 99.4 mi
1. Drive from Watsonville to Modesto99.4 mi
2h 8m
$19–27
Line 1 bus, bus, train via Oakland
1. Take the bus from Lincoln & E Lake to Soquel Ave & Front1
2. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Station17
3. Take the train from San Jose to Oakland Coliseum/Airport Amtrak
4. Take the bus from BART Dublin Station to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi90
6h 58m
$24–37
Line 1 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from E Beach & Union to Soquel Ave & Front1
2. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Station17
3. Take the bus from San Jose to Stockton
4. Take the bus from Stockton to Modesto Bus Stop
7h 22m

Watsonville to Modesto by shuttle, bus, and subway

7Weekly Services

5h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 147.8 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

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

You can take a bus from E Beach & Union to Modesto Bus Stop via Soquel Ave & Front, Front, Diridon Station, San Jose, Stockton, and Stockton in around 7h 22m.

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