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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Santa Fe Depot | Modesto Station | Cheapest | |||||
 | Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA) | Modesto Bus Station | Fastest | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus) | Modesto Bus Station | No tags | |||||
 | Greyhound Bus Stop | Modesto Bus Station | No tags | |||||
| Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA) | Modesto Bus Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 6:16 AM PST.
Get from San Diego to Modesto
The journey takes about 12 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $89, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in San Diego and Modesto?
Stops in San Diego
- A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA - B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA - C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, USA
Stops in Modesto
- A
Modesto Bus Station
1001 9th St, Ste C, Modesto, CA 95354 - B
Lukyds Travel
920 E Hacth Rd, CA 95351 , USA - C
1511 Crows Landing Rd
1511 Crows Landing Rd, CA 95358 , USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, 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 San Diego to Modesto?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Modesto start from $89. The average price for this route is around $162. 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 San Diego to Modesto?
The average bus travel time from San Diego to Modesto is 12h 15m, covering a distance of 631 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 20m and is operated by Los Limousines.
Which bus companies service the San Diego to Modesto route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Los Limousines, Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Diego to Modesto?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Modesto at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Modesto?
A bus trip from San Diego to Modesto generates an estimated 16 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 San Diego 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 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego to Modesto?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 San Diego, CA, US to Modesto was searched and found on Jan 8, 2026 with a price of $102To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Modesto, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $102 to $240 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Modesto based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $102 which is on 2026-01-08.
Usually Los Limousines, 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.
