The cheapest and fastest buses from Modesto, CA to Yuma, AZ
Cheapest price
$120
Average price
$120
Fastest journey
19 h
Average duration
19 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
796 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Modesto, CA to Yuma, AZ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Modesto, CA to Yuma, AZ will cost around $120 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $120.
It's difficult to get from Modesto, CA to Yuma, AZ without transferring at least 2 times.
12:10 AM19h00Modesto, CA7:10 PMYuma, AZ$1201One-way2 transfers
12:10 AM19h00Modesto, CA7:10 PMYuma, AZ$1201One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Modesto, CA to Yuma, AZ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Modesto, CA to Yuma, AZ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $190. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 11h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $190, and a bus costs an average of $291.
Distance: 494 miles (796 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$291 Average price | $190 Average price Cheapest |
19h 5m Average total duration 18h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 48m Average total duration Fastest 11h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Modesto, CA to Yuma, AZ:
A train is $100 (€82) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Modesto, CA to Yuma, AZ costing on average $291 (€238).
Other travel options to Yuma, AZ take longer:
Bus takes on average 18h 35m.
Modesto, CA to Yuma, AZ Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 19h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $291 |
Live departures
Modesto, CA to Yuma, AZ bus times
The table below shows live departures for Modesto, CA to Yuma, AZ buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:10 AM Modesto, CA | 19h00 | 7:10 PM Yuma, AZ | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Modesto, CA to Yuma, AZ
Buses from Modesto, CA to Yuma, AZ run on average 5 times per day, taking around 18h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $291 (€238) but you can travel from only $190 (€156) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:49. The fastest bus covers the 494 miles (796 km) distance in 18h 35m.
Distance 494 miles (796 km) |
Average bus duration 18h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $291 (€238) |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 18h 35m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Modesto, CA to Yuma, AZYou can travel by bus between Modesto, CA to Yuma, AZ with Greyhound for as low as $190 (€156). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Modesto, CA to Yuma, AZ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Modesto, CA to Yuma, AZ 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 Yuma, AZ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- 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.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Modesto, CA to Yuma, AZ
Most Modesto, CA to Yuma, AZ buses use the Modesto, Downtown Transit Center (Southern Pacififc) to Yuma, S Castle Dome Ave (Greyhound Bus Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Modesto, CA and Yuma, AZ bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Yuma, S Castle Dome Ave (Greyhound Bus Station) from Yuma city centre
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