How far is Bakersfield from Modesto by coach?

The distance between Modesto and Bakersfield by coach is approximately 193 miles (311 km).

Is there a way to reach Bakersfield from Modesto without a car?

You can travel to Bakersfield from Modesto by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Bus Modesto to Bakersfield from £26 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Modesto to Bakersfield on 14 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	00:10	Modesto Bus Station	4h 35m	04:45	16th St (Bakersfield)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:55	Modesto Bus Station	5h 10m	17:05	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags

Next departures from Modesto to Bakersfield on 15 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	00:10	Modesto Bus Station	4h 35m	04:45	16th St (Bakersfield)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:55	Modesto Bus Station	5h 10m	17:05	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags

Next departures from Modesto to Bakersfield on 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	00:10	Modesto Bus Station	4h 35m	04:45	16th St (Bakersfield)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:55	Modesto Bus Station	5h 10m	17:05	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags

Next departures from Modesto to Bakersfield on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	00:10	Modesto Bus Station	4h 35m	04:45	16th St (Bakersfield)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:55	Modesto Bus Station	5h 10m	17:05	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags

Next departures from Modesto to Bakersfield on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	00:10	Modesto Bus Station	4h 35m	04:45	16th St (Bakersfield)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:55	Modesto Bus Station	5h 10m	17:05	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags

Next departures from Modesto to Bakersfield on 19 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	00:10	Modesto Bus Station	4h 35m	04:45	16th St (Bakersfield)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:55	Modesto Bus Station	5h 10m	17:05	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 01:24 PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Modesto to Bakersfield

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Bakersfield. The journey takes about 4 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just £30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

4h 1mAverage duration

191 milesDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£29 - £44	Average duration4h 35m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£30 - £36	Average duration4h 1m	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,370 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Tufesa

3.5/5694 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

WiFi2.9

Los Limousines

3.5/5265 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.9

WiFi2.8

FlixBus

3.5/511,302 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Monarca

1/510 reviews

Staff1.7

Timeliness1.5

Cleanliness0

WiFi0

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Where are the popular stops in Modesto and Bakersfield?

Stops in Modesto

A - Modesto Bus Station

B - Lukyds Travel

C - 1511 Crows Landing Rd

Stops in Bakersfield

A - Tufesa Bus Station

B - Amtrak Station

C - Latino Travel

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Modesto to Bakersfield

How far is Bakersfield from Modesto by coach?
The distance between Modesto and Bakersfield by coach is approximately 193 miles (311 km).
Is there a way to reach Bakersfield from Modesto without a car?
You can travel to Bakersfield from Modesto by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/11

£30

12/11

£31

Today

£28

14/11

£27

15/11

£28

16/11

£26

17/11

£31

18/11

£28

The cheapest trip from Modesto to Bakersfield was searched and found on 16 Nov 2025 with a price of £26

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Modesto to Bakersfield as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £26 to £42 for a bus ticket from Modesto to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £26, which is on 2025-11-16.