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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | Modesto Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | Modesto Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | Modesto Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | Modesto | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Austin | Modesto Bus Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 10:42 AM CST.
Get from Austin to Modesto
The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $327, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Austin, TX, US to Modesto by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Austin to Modesto?
The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to Modesto start from $327. The average price for this route is around $515. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Austin to Modesto?
The average bus travel time from Austin to Modesto is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 2295 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 18h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Austin to Modesto route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Austin to Modesto?
The earliest bus departs from Austin to Modesto at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to Modesto?
A bus trip from Austin to Modesto generates an estimated 57 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Austin to Modesto?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Austin to Modesto?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Valley Transit has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Austin to Modesto?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Austin to Modesto?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Modesto was searched and found on Jan 18, 2026 with a price of $441To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Austin, TX, US to Modesto, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $441 to $507 for a bus ticket from Austin, TX, US to Modesto based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $441 which is on 2026-01-18.
