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Journey Information
There are 19 intercity buses per day from Modesto to San Diego. Traveling by bus from Modesto to San Diego usually takes around 11 hours and 45 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 9 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 403 mi (649 km) |
| Shortest duration | 9h 20m |
| Cheapest price | $36.98 |
| Trips per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 3 |
Buses from Modesto to San Diego
- FlixBus US: 2 daily buses from $39
- Greyhound: 16 daily buses from $36
- Los Limousines: 4 daily buses from $83
What bus companies travel from Modesto to San Diego?
There are 3 bus lines from Modesto to San Diego available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 16 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 | 2 | 9h 52m | $77.67 |
| Greyhound | 16 | 11h 50m | $59.07 |
| Los Limousines | 4 | 10h 56m | $84.90 |
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 2 trips per day from Modesto to San Diego, 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 16 bus trips from Modesto to San Diego every day, with the average journey taking around 11 hours and 50 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to San Diego usually start from $36.
Book Los Limousines from Modesto to San Diego from $83. There are 4 trips per day offered by Los Limousines from Modesto to San Diego and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to San Diego. In Modesto, Los Limousines departs to San Diego from Modesto Bus Station . In San Diego, Los Limousines arrives at San Ysidro Bus Terminal and one other station.
An average trip on Los Limousines from Modesto to San Diego takes 10 hours and 56 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to San Diego in 9 hours and 20 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 4 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to San Diego.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 11 hours and 45 minutes to cover the 403 miles from Modesto to San Diego. However, the fastest bus only takes 9 hours and 20 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.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
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 San Diego, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 19 scheduled buses that travel from Modesto to San Diego every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 5 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Modesto to San Diego; ticket prices start at $55.00.
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.
San Diego
San Diego is known as "America's Finest City" for its sunny weather, white-sand beaches, and dazzling attractions from Belmont Park to SeaWorld. San Diego's 70 miles of pristine beaches include such gems as Mission Beach, Pacific Beach, La Jolla Cove, and Coronado Beach. The city's strong surfing culture may even inspire you to rent a surfboard and catch the epic waves, bro.
Visitors can spend days getting lost in Balboa Park, a 1,200-acre cultural hub which features 16 museums, immaculate gardens, and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. The historic heart of the city, Old Town, showcases San Diego's heritage and ties to Mexican culture, while other sights like the USS Midway pay tribute to the city's military and maritime history. Leave time for some evening exploring, too! San Diego is rated the #1 best city for craft beer in America, so don't miss out on the bars in the Gaslamp Quarter: 16 walkable blocks packed with nightlife and young crowds.
Two airports, as well as many bus and train options, mean it is easy to get to San Diego from afar or from nearby cities like Tijuana, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Las Vegas.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Modesto?
Main departure station: 1001 9th St Ste C
Buses to San Diego leave from 3 stations in Modesto.
All bus stations in Modesto:
1001 9th St Ste C
Modesto Bus Station
3441 Dale Rd
Where does the bus arrive in San Diego?
Main arrival station: San Ysidro Transit Center
Buses arrive in San Diego at 8 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in San Diego:
San Ysidro Transit Center
San Ysidro Bus Terminal
789 W Harbor Dr - Seaport Village
San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop
La Jolla - UC San Diego
2728 Congress St (Old Town SD)
Cross Border Xpress CBX
SDSU - 5716 Hardy Ave
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