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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Modesto to Barstow. Traveling by bus from Modesto to Barstow usually takes around 14 hours and 57 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 11 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 292 mi (469 km) |
| Shortest duration | 11h 10m |
| Cheapest price | $74.26 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Modesto to Barstow?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Modesto to Barstow. Greyhound is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 14h 58m | $99.62 |
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 2 bus trips from Modesto to Barstow every day, with the average journey taking around 14 hours and 58 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Barstow usually start from $74.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 14 hours and 57 minutes to cover the 292 miles from Modesto to Barstow. However, the fastest bus only takes 11 hours and 10 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.
The first bus leaves at 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 1:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Modesto to Barstow, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Modesto to Barstow. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Modesto to Barstow; ticket prices start at $62.00.
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 Modesto?
Main departure station: 1001 9th St Ste C
Most buses depart from the main station in Modesto.
All bus stations in Modesto:
1001 9th St Ste C
Where does the bus arrive in Barstow?
Main arrival station: 1611 E Main St
All buses from Modesto arrive at one main station in Barstow.
All bus stations in Barstow:
1611 E Main St
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