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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Francisco, CA to Modesto, CA
Cheapest price
€58
Average price
€59
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
6 h 43 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, CA to Modesto, CA will cost around €59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €58.
It's difficult to get from San Francisco, CA to Modesto, CA without transferring at least once.
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Travel Information
Compare bus and train for San Francisco, CA to Modesto, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to Modesto, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €21, and a bus costs an average of €14.
Distance: 78 miles (126 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€25 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest |
3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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San Francisco, CA to Modesto, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €45 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €45 |
Live departures
San Francisco, CA to Modesto, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Francisco, CA to Modesto, CA buses for today, Saturday, December 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:35 PM San Francisco, CA | 2h35 | 9:10 PM Modesto, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:00 PM San Francisco, CA | 8h05 | 7:05 AM Modesto, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 7 | |||||
| undefined · undefined | 2:30 PM San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 | 5h20 | 7:50 PM Modesto, Downtown Transit Center (Southern Pacififc) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Francisco, CA to Modesto, CA
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Buses from San Francisco, CA to Modesto, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:00, the last at 21:57. The fastest bus covers the 78 miles (126 km) distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 78 miles (126 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€14) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 03:00 |
Last bus 21:57 |
Bus providers: Greyhound from San Francisco, CA to Modesto, CAYou can travel by bus between San Francisco, CA to Modesto, CA with Greyhound for as low as $18 (€14). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from San Francisco, CA to Modesto, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco, 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.
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- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- 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.
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