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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Mission St & Fremont St | Modesto Station | Cheapest | |||||
| Mission St & Fremont St | Modesto Station | Fastest | |||||
 | San Francisco Bus Station | Modesto Bus Station | No tags | |||||
| Mission St & Fremont St | Modesto Station | No tags | |||||
| San Francisco Bus Station | Modesto Bus Station | No tags |
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Get from San Francisco to Modesto
The journey takes about 8 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just £20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in San Francisco and Modesto?
Stops in San Francisco
- A
Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf)
700 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA - B
Powell Station
25 Cyril Magnin St , San Francisco, CA 94102-2812 - C
Union Square Hilton
255 Mason St,, San Francisco, CA 94102-2114 - D
San Francisco Greyhound Station
200 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA 94105 - E
444 Townsend St.
444 Townsend St, San Francisco, CA 94107, 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 by bus from San Francisco, US to Modesto
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from San Francisco to Modesto?
The cheapest coach tickets from San Francisco to Modesto start from £20. The average price for this route is around £35. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from San Francisco to Modesto?
The average bus journey time from San Francisco to Modesto is 8h 5m, covering a distance of 77 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2h 54m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the San Francisco to Modesto route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Francisco to Modesto?
The earliest bus departs from San Francisco to Modesto at 05:45. And the latest bus departs at 16:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Francisco to Modesto?
A bus journey from San Francisco to Modesto produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from San Francisco 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 company has the best Wi-Fi from San Francisco to Modesto?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco, US to Modesto was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £22To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Francisco, US to Modesto as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £22 to £43 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Modesto based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £22, which is on 2025-12-02.
