What is the distance between Modesto and Stockton?

Modesto and Stockton are 29 miles (46 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Modesto to Stockton?

If you're headed to Stockton from Modesto, chances are that your bus will depart from Modesto Bus Station and arrive at Stockton Bus Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Stockton?

Once in Stockton, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Stockton Arena, Regal Stockton City Centre Cinema 16 & IMAX, Haggin Museum, Bob Hope (Fox) Theatre and Sky Zone Trampoline Park.

Bus Modesto to Stockton from $8 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Modesto to Stockton on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:00pm	Modesto	30m	3:30pm	Stockton (GLI), CA	Cheapest
Bus	6:25pm	Modesto Bus Station	30m	6:55pm	Stockton (GLI), CA	Fastest
Bus	11:10am	Modesto	40m	11:50am	Stockton	No tags
Bus	11:20am	Modesto Bus Station	35m	11:55am	Stockton Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Modesto to Stockton on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:05am	Modesto Bus Station	35m	7:40am	Stockton (GLI), CA	Cheapest
Bus	6:25pm	Modesto Bus Station	30m	6:55pm	Stockton (GLI), CA	Fastest
Bus	12:20am	Modesto Bus Station	1h 5m	1:25am	Stockton (GLI), CA	No tags
Bus	3:00pm	Modesto	30m	3:30pm	Stockton (GLI), CA	No tags
Bus	11:10am	Modesto	40m	11:50am	Stockton	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Modesto to Stockton

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Stockton. The journey takes about 33 minutes and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

33mAverage Duration

29 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$14 - $31	Average Duration35m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$12 - $14	Average Duration33m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Modesto and Stockton?

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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Stops in Stockton

A
Stockton Bus Station
121 S Center St, Stockton, CA 95202
B
Martin Luther King Blvd
330 E. Martin Luther King Blvd , CA 95206 , USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,396 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Modesto Stockton recent customer reviews

I'm never going to take the Greyhound the bus comes one and half hour late! I lost my money no refunds

Candelario G.

November 11, 2018

Tufesa

3.5/5695 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

Wifi3

Since 1994, Tufesa has been offering comfortable, safe, and affordable bus travel in the United States (California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona and Texas) and Mexico (Baja California Sur, Sonora, Sinaloa and Guadalajara). Tufesa buses are equipped with comfortable reclining seats, power outlets, bathrooms, and WiFi (only in Mexico). Tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to 1 hour before travel time for a small fee. The company accepts e-tickets, so you don't have to worry about printing your boarding pass. With over 1 daily trips, you'll surely find a convenient trip that fits your needs and your schedule.

FlixBus

3.5/511,448 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Los Limousines

3.5/5268 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi2.8

Monarca

1/510 reviews

Staff1.7

Timeliness1.5

Cleanliness0

Wifi0

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Modesto to Stockton, CA by bus

What is the distance between Modesto and Stockton?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Modesto to Stockton?
What are the best sights and things to do in Stockton?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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$8

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The cheapest trip from Modesto to Stockton, CA was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $8

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

You can expect to pay from $8 to $28 for a bus ticket from Modesto to Stockton, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $8 which is on 2025-11-28.

Usually Tufesa, Los Limousines 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.