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Modesto to Phoenix Bus Schedule
Bus from Modesto to Phoenix: Journey Information
There are 7 intercity buses per day from Modesto to Phoenix. Traveling by bus from Modesto to Phoenix usually takes around 19 hours and 20 minutes, but the fastest Tufesa Internacional bus can make the trip in 14 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 579 mi (932 km) |
| Shortest duration | 14h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $92.97 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 3 |
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What bus companies travel from Modesto to Phoenix?
There are 3 bus lines from Modesto to Phoenix available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 5 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:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 5 | 19h 46m | $179.65 |
| Los Limousines | 3 | 17h 57m | $134.14 |
| Tufesa Internacional | 1 | 15h 29m | $127.00 |
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 5 bus trips from Modesto to Phoenix every day, with the average journey taking around 19 hours and 46 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Phoenix usually start from $93.
Book Los Limousines from Modesto to Phoenix from $134. There are 3 trips per day offered by Los Limousines from Modesto to Phoenix and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to Phoenix. In Modesto, Los Limousines departs to Phoenix from Modesto Bus Station . In Phoenix, Los Limousines arrives at 2426 E Jefferson St .
An average trip on Los Limousines from Modesto to Phoenix takes 17 hours and 57 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to Phoenix in 14 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 3 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Phoenix.
Book Tufesa Internacional from Modesto to Phoenix from $127. Typically there is one Tufesa Internacional schedule per day from Modesto to Phoenix and you can expect on average to pay for a Tufesa Internacional ticket to Phoenix. In Modesto, Tufesa Internacional departs to Phoenix from Modesto Bus Station . In Phoenix, Tufesa Internacional arrives at McDowell - 1614 N 27th Ave .
An average trip on Tufesa Internacional from Modesto to Phoenix takes 15 hours and 29 minutes , while the fastest available Tufesa Internacional trip will get you to Phoenix in 14 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, Tufesa Internacional offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Phoenix.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Modesto to Phoenix
The bus takes an average of 19 hours and 20 minutes to cover the 579 miles from Modesto to Phoenix. However, the fastest bus only takes 14 hours and 30 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Modesto to Phoenix for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00am. To see the times for all buses from Modesto to Phoenix, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 7 scheduled buses that travel from Modesto to Phoenix every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct bus. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different bus at any point during your trip. Direct buses also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Modesto to Phoenix; ticket prices start at $148.00.
City Information
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 Gold Runner for trains, while Tufesa Plus offers bus services. The City of Modesto Transit Services powers the city's transportation.
Phoenix
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Phoenix, in the heart of the American Southwest, is the capital of Arizona and one of the best destinations for escaping the cold winter months. But we won't lie, it can get HOT.
Sure, you can sip a margarita by the pool at any one of the city's many resorts, or you can get outside and experience some of the Sonoran Desert's unique landscapes. For impressive views of the city and the desert beyond, hike up Camelback Mountain, a 2,700-foot humped mountain which resembles a kneeling camel. If you're more a fan of Tiger Woods than camel mountains, see why Phoenix is a top destination for golf at one of the city's 200+ golf courses.
Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, you too can overcome your sore muscles after a long day of hiking or golfing and get ready to hit the town. After all, Phoenix is one of the biggest party hubs in the U.S. Roosevelt Row, a creative arts district known for its galleries and mural-covered walls, is one of many spots where Phoenix comes to life after dark. Recommended haunts on Roosevelt Row include the Churchill and Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co, as well as The Duce which offers themed nights ranging from Cowboy Night to Burlesque.
Getting to Phoenix is surely easier than getting over your hangover. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is a large and busy airport just outside of downtown, and bus service is operated from stations throughout the city connecting Phoenix to destinations in Arizona and beyond. Unfortunately, there is no train service to Phoenix.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Modesto?
Main departure station: 1001 9th St Ste C
Modesto has two bus stations with service to Phoenix.
All bus stations in Modesto:
1001 9th St Ste C
Modesto Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Phoenix?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Bus Terminal - 2115 E Buckeye Rd
The Phoenix Bus Station at 2115 E Buckeye Road is located directly adjacent to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. The bus station is open 24 hours, convenient for anyone traveling in or out of Phoenix regardless of what time your bus departs. The Phoenix Bus Station is the primary origin and transfer point for all Greyhound routes serving major cities in the Phoenix area. Besides Greyhound, you might travel to or from this station with other bus companies like FlixBus, Express Arrow, and Tufesa. Because the airport is so close to the bus station, travelers can easily access connections to downtown Phoenix via the PHX Sky Train or Valley Metro Rail.
All bus stations in Phoenix:
Bus Terminal - 2115 E Buckeye Rd
Glendale Bus Station
2426 E Jefferson St
44th Street PHX Sky Train Station (Charter)
McDowell - 1614 N 27th Ave
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