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Journey Information
There are 6 intercity buses per day from Modesto to Bakersfield. Traveling by bus from Modesto to Bakersfield usually takes around 4 hours and 37 minutes, but the fastest Tufesa Plus bus can make the trip in 4 hours,
| Distance | 191 mi (308 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 0m |
| Cheapest price | $25.49 |
| Trips per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 4 |
What bus companies travel from Modesto to Bakersfield?
There are 4 bus lines from Modesto to Bakersfield available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 1 | 4h 19m | $34.31 |
| Greyhound | 4 | 4h 39m | $30.47 |
| Los Limousines | 2 | 4h 55m | $45.22 |
| Tufesa Plus | 1 | 4h 0m | $49.00 |
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 1 trips per day from Modesto to Bakersfield, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
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 4 bus trips from Modesto to Bakersfield every day, with the average journey taking around 4 hours and 39 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Bakersfield usually start from $25.
Book Los Limousines from Modesto to Bakersfield from $45. There are 2 trips per day offered by Los Limousines from Modesto to Bakersfield and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to Bakersfield. In Modesto, Los Limousines departs to Bakersfield from Modesto Bus Station . In Bakersfield, Los Limousines arrives at Bakersfield Chamberlain Ave .
An average trip on Los Limousines from Modesto to Bakersfield takes 4 hours and 55 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to Bakersfield in 4 hours and 0 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Bakersfield.
Tufesa Plus is an economy bus service run by Tufesa. Its service area covers the southwestern states in the United States and parts of northwest Mexico. Onboard, travelers can enjoy AC, power outlets, reclining chairs, separate male and female restrooms, and WiFi while in Mexico.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 37 minutes to cover the 191 miles from Modesto to Bakersfield. However, the fastest bus only takes 4 hours. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, 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 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Modesto to Bakersfield, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 6 scheduled buses that travel from Modesto to Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Modesto to Bakersfield; ticket prices start at $20.00.
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.
Bakersfield
Bakersfield, California, is just north of LA on the Kern River. The Buena Vista Museum of Natural History, one of the city’s biggest attractions, displays fossils, dinosaur models, Native American artifacts, and a changing array of temporary exhibitions. Meanwhile, the Bakersfield Museum of Art features multiple rotating galleries of modern and historical art.
As the sun sets in Bakersfield, locals and visitors alike flock to Buck Owens Crystal Palace for food, drinks, and the biggest live music venue in the area. The Belvedere Cocktail lounge offers a more intimate live music experience– plus some amazing drinks and arcade games. For a truly unique experience, check out the family-friendly Gaslight Melodrama Theatre, where audiences are encouraged to cheer, boo, and get in on the fun of the live performances.
On the quieter side, Bakersfield has a number of beautiful parks across the city. The Park at RiverWalk is a fan favorite, with 32 sprawling acres along the Kern River dotted with picnic areas, public grills, and fishing spots. The Buena Vista Aquatic Recreational Area provides more outdoor activities with swimming, boating, sailing, cycling, and more.
To get to Bakersfield, fly into the Meadows Field Airport just north of the town. Several bus lines also service the area, connecting the city to Phoenix, Sacramento, Los Angeles, and Ontario. For train service, Amtrak offers routes to San Diego, San Francisco, and even New York City.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Modesto?
Main departure station: 1001 9th St Ste C
Buses to Bakersfield leave from 4 stations in Modesto.
All bus stations in Modesto:
1001 9th St Ste C
Modesto Bus Station
Fairmont Counseling Offices
3441 Dale Rd
Where does the bus arrive in Bakersfield?
Main arrival station: 601 Truxtun Ave - Transit Station
Buses arrive in Bakersfield at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Bakersfield:
601 Truxtun Ave - Transit Station
Bakersfield Chamberlain Ave
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