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Compare bus and flight for San Luis Obispo, CA to Modesto, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from San Luis Obispo, CA to Modesto, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $77. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $77, and a flight costs an average of $570.
Distance: 164 miles (264 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$80 Average price Cheapest | $580 Average price | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 52m Average total duration Fastest 5h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 48m Average total duration 6h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from San Luis Obispo, CA to Modesto, CA:
A bus is $500 (€409) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Luis Obispo, CA to Modesto, CA costing on average $580 (€475).
Other travel options to Modesto, CA take longer:
Flight takes on average 6h 48m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
San Luis Obispo, CA to Modesto, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 05:33PM | Duration 9h53 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:42PM | Duration 5h42 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $77 |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Luis Obispo, CA to Modesto, CA
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Buses from San Luis Obispo, CA to Modesto, CA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $77 (€63) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 16:10. The fastest bus covers the 164 miles (264 km) distance in 5h 42m.
Distance 164 miles (264 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $77 (€63) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 42m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 4:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
FAQs: Bus from San Luis Obispo, CA to Modesto, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Luis Obispo, 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.
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