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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood | Modesto Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Suc. Pacoima | Modesto Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Los Angeles Union Station | Modesto Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Los Angeles Union Station | Modesto | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot) | Modesto Bus Station | No tags |
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Get from Los Angeles to Modesto
The journey takes about 7 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Los Angeles and Modesto?
Stops in Los Angeles
- A571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
- B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA - C613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
- E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA - F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA
Stops in Modesto
- A
Modesto Bus Station
1001 9th St, Ste C, Modesto, CA 95354 - B920 E Hacth Rd, CA 95351 , USA
- C1511 Crows Landing Rd, CA 95358 , USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles to Modesto?
The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Modesto start from $52. The average price for this route is around $107. 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 Los Angeles to Modesto?
The average bus travel time from Los Angeles to Modesto is 7h 40m, covering a distance of 476 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 20m and is operated by Tufesa.
Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Modesto route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, Los Limousines, FlixBus, Tufesa, Fronteras del Norte, Monarca.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Los Angeles to Modesto?
The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Modesto at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Modesto?
A bus trip from Los Angeles to Modesto generates an estimated 12 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 Los Angeles to Modesto?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to Modesto?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Modesto?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Fronteras del Norte, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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 Los Angeles, US to Modesto was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $62To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Los Angeles, US to Modesto, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $62 to $213 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Modesto based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $62 which is on 2025-12-02.
Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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