How much is the bus ticket from San Francisco to Modesto?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Francisco to Modesto start from $26. The average price for this route is around $45. 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 Francisco to Modesto?

The average bus trip duration from San Francisco to Modesto is 8h 5m, covering a distance of 77 miles (124 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 54m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the San Francisco to Modesto route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound , FlixBus .

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 5:45am. And the latest bus departs at 4:00pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Francisco to Modesto?

A bus trip from San Francisco to Modesto generates an estimated 3 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 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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 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.

Bus San Francisco to Modesto from $27 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for San Francisco to Modesto on November 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	5:35pm	Daly BART - 500 John Daly Blvd	6h 30m	12:05am	Modesto Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	5:35pm	Daly BART - 500 John Daly Blvd	6h 30m	12:05am	Modesto Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	6:00pm	409 Townsend St, SF	6h 5m	12:05am	Modesto Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	6:00pm	409 Townsend St, SF	6h 5m	12:05am	Modesto Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	6:00pm	409 Townsend St, SF	6h 5m	12:05am	Modesto Bus Station	No tags

Get from San Francisco to Modesto

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

8h 5mAverage Duration

77 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

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
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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
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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Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,608 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5608 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $32

Amtrak San Francisco Modesto recent customer reviews

Was a little nervous about where to catch the bus from the airport. Think more directions should have been provided. So just ended up taking a Lyft to the Emeryville station.

Debra M.

October 21, 2023

Greyhound

3.5/587,403 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 Lines, Inc. San Francisco Modesto recent customer reviews

I didn't enjoy that the bus driver literally forgot about our stop in Modesto, drove past it, and we had to speak up to remind him. That could have been a lot more than a 15-minute delay on our trip.

Mahyar M.

March 12, 2025

El servicio en general fue rápido y eficiente

Rodrigo J.

June 12, 2021

FlixBus

3.5/511,461 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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Francisco, 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 Francisco to Modesto?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Francisco to Modesto start from $26. The average price for this route is around $45. 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 Francisco to Modesto?
The average bus trip duration from San Francisco to Modesto is 8h 5m, covering a distance of 77 miles (124 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 54m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the San Francisco to Modesto route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
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 5:45am. And the latest bus departs at 4:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Francisco to Modesto?
A bus trip from San Francisco to Modesto generates an estimated 3 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 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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 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.

Best price found

11/25

$30

11/26

$75

Today

$32

11/28

No data

11/29

$36

11/30

$33

12/01

No data

12/02

No data

The cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Modesto was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $30

To 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 $30 to $75 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 $33 which is on 2025-11-30.

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.