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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Modesto Bus Station | UCSD Health La Jolla Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Modesto Bus Station | Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA) | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Modesto Bus Station | San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Modesto Bus Station | Greyhound Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Modesto Bus Station | Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:47 PM PST.
Get from Modesto to San Diego
The journey takes about 14 hours, and with fares starting at just R 966, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Modesto and San Diego?
Stops in Modesto
Stops in San Diego
- A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA - B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA - C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Modesto to San Diego, CA, US by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Modesto to San Diego?
The cheapest bus tickets from Modesto to San Diego start at R 966. The average price for this route is around R 1 867. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Modesto to San Diego?
The average bus journey time from Modesto to San Diego is 14h, covering a distance of 631 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h and is operated by Los Limousines.
Which bus companies service the Modesto to San Diego route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Los Limousines, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Modesto to San Diego?
The earliest bus departs from Modesto to San Diego at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 17:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Modesto to San Diego?
A bus trip from Modesto to San Diego produces an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Modesto to San Diego?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Modesto to San Diego?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Modesto to San Diego?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Modesto to San Diego?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Modesto to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 15 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 107To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Modesto to San Diego, CA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 107 to R 2 535 for a bus ticket from Modesto to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 107, which is on 2026-01-15.
Usually Los Limousines will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
