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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Phoenix Bus Station | Modesto Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Phoenix Bus Station | Modesto Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Phoenix Bus Station | Modesto Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Phoenix Bus Station | Modesto Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Phoenix Airport (PHX)/44th Street station | Modesto | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 9:19 PM MST.
Get from Phoenix to Modesto
The journey takes about 20 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Phoenix and Modesto?
Stops in Phoenix
- A1614 N 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85009, USA
- B
Phoenix Greyhound Station
2115 E Buckeye Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85034, USA - C
Glendale Ave
2647 W Glendale Ave, Ste 17, Phoenix, Az, Glendale, AZ 85051 - D
44th St Stn
44th Street Transit Center 42009 E Washigton Street, 85034 - E
Desert Ridge
Mellow Mushroom, 5293-5343 E Deer Valley Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85054, 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 traveling from Phoenix, AZ 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 Phoenix to Modesto?
The cheapest bus tickets from Phoenix to Modesto start from $110. The average price for this route is around $178. 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 Phoenix to Modesto?
The average bus trip duration from Phoenix to Modesto is 20h 25m, covering a distance of 581 miles (936 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 50m and is operated by Tufesa.
Which bus companies service the Phoenix to Modesto route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Los Limousines, Greyhound, Tufesa, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Phoenix to Modesto?
The earliest bus departs from Phoenix to Modesto at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Phoenix to Modesto?
A bus trip from Phoenix to Modesto generates an estimated 23 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Phoenix 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 Phoenix to Modesto?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Phoenix to Modesto?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix, AZ to Modesto was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $119To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Phoenix, AZ to Modesto, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $119 to $659 for a bus ticket from Phoenix, AZ to Modesto based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $119 which is on 2025-12-04.
Usually Amtrak 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.
