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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Los Angeles, CA to Modesto, CA
Cheapest price
$88
Average price
$115
Fastest journey
7 h 10 m
Average duration
8 h 14 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
470 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Modesto, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Modesto, CA will cost around $115 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $88.
Of the 4 buses that leave Los Angeles, CA for Modesto, CA on Thu, May 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 21 the direct buses cover the 470 km distance in an average of 8 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 10 m .
On Thu, May 21 the slowest buses will take 10 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus+
1:15 PM10h55Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA12:10 AMModesto, Downtown Transit Center (Southern Pacififc)$881One-way1 transfer- 4:30 PM7h40Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA12:10 AMModesto, Downtown Transit Center (Southern Pacififc)$1021One-way0 transfers
- 11:05 AM7h10Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA6:15 PMModesto, Downtown Transit Center (Southern Pacififc)$1051One-way0 transfers
- 11:50 PM7h10Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA7:00 AMModesto, Downtown Transit Center (Southern Pacififc)$1641One-way0 transfers
- 11:50 PM7h10Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA7:00 AMModesto, Downtown Transit Center (Southern Pacififc)$1641One-way0 transfers
- 11:05 AM7h10Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA6:15 PMModesto, Downtown Transit Center (Southern Pacififc)$1051One-way0 transfers
- 4:30 PM7h40Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA12:10 AMModesto, Downtown Transit Center (Southern Pacififc)$1021One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus+1:15 PM10h55Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA12:10 AMModesto, Downtown Transit Center (Southern Pacififc)$881One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Los Angeles, CA to Modesto, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Modesto, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $62, and a flight costs an average of $97.
Distance: 292 miles (470 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$79 Average price | $66 Average price Cheapest | $271 Average price | $64 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 57m Average total duration 7h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Los Angeles, CA to Modesto, CA:
A train is $13 (€11) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Los Angeles, CA to Modesto, CA costing on average $79 (€64).
A train is $205 (€166) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Los Angeles, CA to Modesto, CA costing on average $271 (€219).
Other travel options to Modesto, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 40m.
Bus takes on average 7h 27m.
You'll arrive about -3h -48m sooner (7h 27m by bus vs 4h 39m by car) and save roughly $-15.10 (€-12.22) compared to fuel and tolls ($79 (€64) vs $64 (€52)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound, FlixBus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Los Angeles, CA to Modesto, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $133 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $134 |
Live departures
Los Angeles, CA to Modesto, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Modesto, CA buses for today, Wednesday, May 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:50 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 7h05 | 2:55 PM Modesto, Downtown Transit Center (Southern Pacififc) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:05 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 7h10 | 6:15 PM Modesto, Downtown Transit Center (Southern Pacififc) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus+ | 1:15 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 10h55 | 12:10 AM Modesto, Downtown Transit Center (Southern Pacififc) | 1 transfer | |
| 4:30 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 7h40 | 12:10 AM Modesto, Downtown Transit Center (Southern Pacififc) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Los Angeles, CA to Modesto, CA
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Buses from Los Angeles, CA to Modesto, CA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $55 (€44) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 292 miles (470 km) distance in 7h 5m.
Distance 292 miles (470 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€44) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 7h 5m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 3 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Los Angeles, CA to Modesto, CAYou can travel by bus between Los Angeles, CA to Modesto, CA with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $55 (€44). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Los Angeles, CA to Modesto, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to Modesto, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Modesto, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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