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Fresno Art Museum
Leading art museum featuring modern and contemporary works, strong regional connections, and a peaceful sculpture garden.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Alum Rock, CA to Fresno, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alum Rock, CA to Fresno, CA will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
It's difficult to get from Alum Rock, CA to Fresno, CA without transferring at least 2 times.

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Buses from Alum Rock, CA to Fresno, CA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $34 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 23:55, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 121 miles (195 km) distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 121 miles (195 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 11:55 PM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Alum Rock, CA to Fresno, CA.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Santa Clara VTA | Departure Time 05:41AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 3h19 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator Santa Clara VTA | Departure Time 11:13AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 3h17 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Santa Clara VTA | Departure Time 12:11PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 3h19 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator Santa Clara VTA | Departure Time 12:13PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 3h17 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator Santa Clara VTA | Departure Time 04:57PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 3h03 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator Santa Clara VTA | Departure Time 04:59PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 3h01 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 04:36AM | Duration 4h56 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
The table below shows live departures for Alum Rock, CA to Fresno, CA buses for today, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:13 AM Alum Rock, CA | 3h17 | 2:30 PM Fresno, CA | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 12:13 PM Alum Rock, CA | 3h17 | 3:30 PM Fresno, CA | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 4:59 PM Alum Rock, CA | 3h01 | 8:00 PM Fresno, CA | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, November 5 | |||||
![]() | 5:41 AM Alum Rock, CA | 3h19 | 9:00 AM Fresno, CA | 2 transfers | |
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Leading art museum featuring modern and contemporary works, strong regional connections, and a peaceful sculpture garden.
Major local history museum in Roeding Park with exhibits on Central Valley culture, farming, and community stories.
University museum focused on anthropology, archaeology, and world cultures, with teaching collections and rotating displays.
Lively cultural district with murals, galleries, theaters, and events that showcase Fresno's independent creative energy.
Extensive parkland around a reservoir with trails, birdlife, and scenic water views popular for walking and sunsets.
Large urban park with historic landscapes, zoo access, museums, and broad lawns for relaxed walking and family visits.
Tri-tip barbecue is a Central California staple: beef sirloin tip seasoned and grilled over red oak, tied to the region’s ranching and backyard barbecue culture.
Armenian lahmajoun is a thin flatbread topped with spiced minced meat, reflecting Fresno’s long Armenian heritage and common at local bakeries and family tables.
Basturma is air-dried, spice-coated cured beef popular in Fresno’s Armenian community, prized for its bold flavor and importance in local delis and celebrations.
Long-running Armenian bakery and lunch spot celebrated for lahmajoun, boreg, and other classics in a casual, local atmosphere.
Historic Basque restaurant known for family-style dinners, hearty meats, and old-school Fresno character in a lively, traditional setting.
Upscale steakhouse and seafood restaurant with polished service, known for special-occasion dining and a refined, contemporary atmosphere.
Moderate for California. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than major coastal cities, while car travel is common and public transit options are limited.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, 10-15% for taxis, and $1-2 per drink or coffee in cafes if service is good.
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Most Alum Rock, CA to Fresno, CA buses use the to Fresno, Tulare St (Greyhound Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Alum Rock, CA and Fresno, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Fresno, Tulare St (Greyhound Station) is 1 km from Fresno city centre. Public transport options include:
Fresno, Tulare St (Greyhound Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Vending machines on-site.
Wi-Fi is available at Fresno, Tulare St (Greyhound Station). ATMs are available at Fresno, Tulare St (Greyhound Station).
Ticket office support is available at Fresno, Tulare St (Greyhound Station).
Available at Fresno, Tulare St (Greyhound Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fresno, Tulare St (Greyhound Station): Wheelchair accessible entrance.
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