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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Gilroy to Modesto. Traveling by bus from Gilroy to Modesto usually takes around 7 hours and 50 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 7 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 54 mi (87 km) |
| Shortest duration | 7h 15m |
| Cheapest price | $45.55 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Gilroy to Modesto?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Gilroy to Modesto. Greyhound is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 1 | 7h 50m | $57.28 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 1 bus trips from Gilroy to Modesto every day, with the average journey taking around 7 hours and 50 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Modesto usually start from $46.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 7 hours and 50 minutes to cover the 87 kilometers from Gilroy to Modesto. However, the fastest bus only takes 7 hours and 15 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
There is usually only one bus per day from Gilroy to Modesto. It leaves the station in Gilroy at 5:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Gilroy to Modesto. However, it is not a direct bus, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Gilroy to Modesto; ticket prices start at $46.93.
City Information
Modesto
Image credit: Tom Hilton
Link to image attributionModesto is a city in Central Valley, California. The city is known for its large agricultural industry and number of museums. Modesto is home to museums, natural history sites, and planetariums, like the Great Valley Museum and McHenry Museum. It also has different amusement and recreational centers offering playgrounds, rides, go-cart, and more, like Funworks Modesto and Graceada Park. As for nature lovers, Modesto features places for sports, hiking, camping, fishing, and picnics, like Jacob Myers Park and Ceres River Bluff Regional Park. The city is also a fun place for arts with the Graffiti Summer and the Gallo Center for the Arts.
The CA city is ideal for all craft beer and wine lovers, as it has several breweries and wineries to visit. Modesto also has a vibrant nightlife, with different nightclubs, lounges, bars, and restaurants, and is always brimming with pool parties, trance festivals, DJ nights, and more. Downtown Modesto has become a vibrant place for shopping, dining, and parties.
Modesto features several train and bus lines for those in and around the city. The city is easily accessible by Amtrak and Amtrak San Joaquins for trains, while Tufesa Plus offers bus services. The City of Modesto Transit Services powers the city's transportation.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Gilroy?
Main departure station: Caltrain Station - 7250 Monterey St
Most buses depart from the main station in Gilroy.
All bus stations in Gilroy:
Caltrain Station - 7250 Monterey St
Where does the bus arrive in Modesto?
Main arrival station: 1001 9th St Ste C
All buses from Gilroy arrive at one main station in Modesto.
Bus stations in Modesto:
1001 9th St Ste C
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