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Modesto to Fresno Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Modesto to Fresno?
There are usually 5 daily train trips available from Modesto to Fresno.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$36.73 | Avg. Price$22.43 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips2 | Daily Trips5 |
Duration | Duration2h 3m | Duration1h 49m |
Bus from Modesto to Fresno: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Modesto to Fresno. Traveling by bus from Modesto to Fresno usually takes around 2 hours and 2 minutes, but the fastest Los Limousines bus can make the trip in just one hour and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 91 mi (147 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $21.98 |
| Trips per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | Los Limousines |
| Bus lines | 3 |
How much is a bus ticket from Modesto to Fresno?
Bus tickets for a trip from Modesto to Fresno cost $31.36 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from Modesto to Fresno by month
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 21 days in advance to save up to $9.48.
What bus companies travel from Modesto to Fresno?
There are 3 bus lines from Modesto to Fresno available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. Los Limousines offers the most choice in regards to departure times, with a couple of different times on its daily bus schedule.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 1h 50m | $31.49 |
| Los Limousines | 2 | 2h 15m | $46.91 |
| Tufesa Internacional | 1 | 2h 0m | $42.00 |
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 2 bus trips from Modesto to Fresno every day, with the average journey taking around 1 hours and 50 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Fresno usually start from $22.
Book Los Limousines from Modesto to Fresno from $46. There are 2 trips per day offered by Los Limousines from Modesto to Fresno and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to Fresno. In Modesto, Los Limousines departs to Fresno from Modesto Bus Station . In Fresno, Los Limousines arrives at 1157 F St .
An average trip on Los Limousines from Modesto to Fresno takes 2 hours and 15 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to Fresno in 1 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Fresno.
Book Tufesa Internacional from Modesto to Fresno from $42. Typically there is one Tufesa Internacional schedule per day from Modesto to Fresno and you can expect on average to pay for a Tufesa Internacional ticket to Fresno. In Modesto, Tufesa Internacional departs to Fresno from Modesto Bus Station . In Fresno, Tufesa Internacional arrives at 919 E St .
An average trip on Tufesa Internacional from Modesto to Fresno takes 2 hours and 0 minutes , while the fastest available Tufesa Internacional trip will get you to Fresno in 1 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 Fresno.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Modesto to Fresno
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 2 minutes to cover the 91 miles from Modesto to Fresno. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 30 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Fresno at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Modesto to Fresno, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from Modesto to Fresno every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Modesto to Fresno without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Modesto to Fresno; ticket prices start at $22.00.
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 Gold Runner for trains, while Tufesa Plus offers bus services. The City of Modesto Transit Services powers the city's transportation.
Fresno
Situated close to the center of California, Fresno’s location makes it the perfect hub for travelers who wish to explore the state, but it also has enough attractions on its own to keep visitors interested. One of the city’s most unique destinations is the Forestiere Underground Gardens. Built by a Sicilian immigrant, the gardens stay below the ground level so that citrus trees could grow, making it a unique sight that will capture the heart of nature lovers. Fresno has recently gone through a lot of changes in the field of agriculture, and the city’s love for homegrown produce is now one of its attractions. As you explore the city, don’t hesitate to make a slight detour to Riverdance Farm, a local organic farm where you can pick ripened blueberries and cherries to your heart’s content. For fans of cultural activities, the Fresno Art Museum offers unique artworks created mostly by local artists.
Fresno restaurants are famous for their fresh homegrown produce, and Sam’s Italian Deli & Market is where you can try local staples. If you want to cook yourself, Fresno Farmers’ Market will be a great choice.
Fresno’s main bus and train station is the Santa Fe Passenger Depot located at 2650 Tulare St. From there, you can take buses from various carriers or hop on a train on Amtrak’s Gold Runner line. The Fresno Yosemite International Airport is the city’s main airport and it is located not too far from the city center.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Modesto?
Main departure station: Modesto Bus Station
Modesto has two bus stations with service to Fresno.
All bus stations in Modesto:
Modesto Bus Station
1001 9th St Ste C
Where does the bus arrive in Fresno?
Main arrival station: 1157 F St
Buses arrive in Fresno at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Fresno:
1157 F St
Santa Fe Station - 2650 Tulare St
919 E St
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