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Journey Information
There are 16 intercity coaches per day from San Diego to Modesto. Traveling by coach from San Diego to Modesto usually takes around 13 hours and 37 minutes, but the fastest Los Limousines coach can make the trip in 10 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 403 mi (649 km) |
| Shortest duration | 10h 20m |
| Cheapest price | US$47.98 |
| Trips per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Coach lines | 3 |
How much is a coach ticket from San Diego to Modesto?
US$63.82 is the average price of a bus ticket from San Diego to Modesto. While it’s on the pricier side for a bus ticket, taking the bus is still a cheaper alternative to flying. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Average prices by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from San Diego to Modesto is expected to be between US$60 and US$94. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is 22 May 2024, when tickets are available for 22 May 2024. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just US$66.
Monthly average prices
The lowest bus ticket prices on this route can usually be found in May. That’s when the average price of a bus ticket is expected to be just US$65 – the lowest of the year.
Alternatively, if you plan to travel from San Diego to Modesto in September, expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price may surge to US$97 at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you can still score a ticket at a lower price.
Prices as travel date approaches
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 25 days in advance to save up to US$61.41.
What coach companies travel from San Diego to Modesto?
There are 3 bus lines from San Diego to Modesto available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 12 daily trips, Greyhound usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 10 | 16h 20m | US$105.58 |
| Greyhound | 12 | 13h 50m | US$77.24 |
| Los Limousines | 4 | 11h 20m | US$93.44 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 10 trips per day from San Diego to Modesto, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach 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 12 bus trips from San Diego to Modesto every day, with the average journey taking around 13 hours and 50 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Modesto usually start from US$46.
Book Los Limousines from San Diego to Modesto from US$88. There are 4 Los Limousines schedules from San Diego to Modesto and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to Modesto. In San Diego, Los Limousines departs to Modesto from San Ysidro Bus Terminal and 1 other station. In Modesto, Los Limousines arrives at Modesto Bus Station and no other station.
An average trip on Los Limousines from San Diego to Modesto takes 11 hours and 20 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to Modesto in 10 hours and 20 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 4 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Modesto.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 13 hours and 37 minutes to cover the 403 miles from San Diego to Modesto. However, the fastest coach only takes 10 hours and 20 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Tuesday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go."
The first coach leaves at 01:00 and the last coach leaves at 20:00. To see the times for all coaches from San Diego to Modesto, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 16 scheduled coaches that travel from San Diego to Modesto every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 5 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from San Diego to Modesto; ticket prices start at US$55.00.
City Information
San Diego
San Diego is known as "America's Finest City" for its sunny weather, white-sand beaches, and dazzling attractions from Belmont Park to SeaWorld. San Diego's 70 miles of pristine beaches include such gems as Mission Beach, Pacific Beach, La Jolla Cove, and Coronado Beach. The city's strong surfing culture may even inspire you to rent a surfboard and catch the epic waves, bro.
Visitors can spend days getting lost in Balboa Park, a 1,200-acre cultural hub which features 16 museums, immaculate gardens, and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. The historic heart of the city, Old Town, showcases San Diego's heritage and ties to Mexican culture, while other sights like the USS Midway pay tribute to the city's military and maritime history. Leave time for some evening exploring, too! San Diego is rated the #1 best city for craft beer in America, so don't miss out on the bars in the Gaslamp Quarter: 16 walkable blocks packed with nightlife and young crowds.
Two airports, as well as many bus and train options, mean it is easy to get to San Diego from afar or from nearby cities like Tijuana, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Las Vegas.
Modesto
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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 coach leave from in San Diego?
Main departure station: San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop
Coaches to Modesto leave from 8 stations in San Diego.
All coach stations in San Diego:
San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop
San Ysidro Transit Center
Cross Border Xpress CBX
San Ysidro Bus Terminal
2728 Congress St (Old Town SD)
La Jolla - UC San Diego
789 W Harbor Dr - Seaport Village
SDSU - 5716 Hardy Ave
Where does the coach arrive in Modesto?
Main arrival station: 1001 9th St Ste C
Coaches arrive in Modesto at 3 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.
Coach stations in Modesto:
1001 9th St Ste C
3441 Dale Rd
Modesto Bus Station
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