How far is Modesto from San Jose by coach?

The journey from San Jose to Modesto by coach covers an approximate distance of 55 miles (88 km).

What is the best way to go from San Jose to Modesto without a car?

The best way to go from San Jose to Modesto without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus San Jose to Modesto from £18 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from San Jose to Modesto on 28 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		06:10	Diridon Station	3h 44m	09:54	Modesto Station	Cheapest
		12:25	Diridon Station	3h 29m	15:54	Modesto Station	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 00:21 PST.

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Modesto. The journey takes about 4 hours 59 minutes and with fares starting at just £34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

4h 59mAverage duration

59 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£39 - £39	Average duration3h 45m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£34 - £38	Average duration4h 59m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Jose and Modesto?

Stops in San Jose

A
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St., San Jose, CA 95110
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B
Santiago Express San Jose
440 S King rd , an Jose CA 95116
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C
1118 E William St
1118 E William St, San Jose, CA 95116, USA
D
San Jose Bus Stop
100 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95113, USA
E
Tamien Station
Guadalupe Fwy, San Jose, CA 95110, USA
F
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St, San Jose, CA 95110, 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
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C
1511 Crows Landing Rd
1511 Crows Landing Rd, CA 95358 , USA
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Amtrak

4/55,608 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,401 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from San Jose, US to Modesto

How far is Modesto from San Jose by coach?
The journey from San Jose to Modesto by coach covers an approximate distance of 55 miles (88 km).
What is the best way to go from San Jose to Modesto without a car?
The best way to go from San Jose to Modesto without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

25/11

£25

26/11

£25

Today

£18

28/11

£25

29/11

£25

30/11

£25

01/12

£18

02/12

£18

The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Modesto was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £18

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Jose, US to Modesto as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £18 to £25 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Modesto based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £18, which is on 2025-12-01.