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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Santa Cruz to Modesto. Traveling by bus from Santa Cruz to Modesto usually takes around 18 hours and 20 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 73 mi (118 km) |
| Shortest duration | 18h 20m |
| Cheapest price | $19.00 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Santa Cruz to Modesto?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Santa Cruz 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 | 18h 20m | $19.00 |
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 1 bus trips from Santa Cruz to Modesto every day, with the average journey taking around 18 hours and 20 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Modesto usually start from $19.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 18 hours and 20 minutes to cover the 73 miles from Santa Cruz to Modesto. 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 Santa Cruz to Modesto. It leaves the station in Santa Cruz at 7:00pm 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 Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz to Modesto; ticket prices start at $26.00.
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 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 Santa Cruz?
Main departure station: Metro Center - 920 Pacific Ave
Most buses depart from the main station in Santa Cruz.
All bus stations in Santa Cruz:
Metro Center - 920 Pacific Ave
Where does the bus arrive in Modesto?
Main arrival station: 1001 9th St Ste C
All buses from Santa Cruz arrive at one main station in Modesto.
All bus stations in Modesto:
1001 9th St Ste C
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