How much is the bus ticket from Austin to Modesto?

The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to Modesto start from $230. The average price for this route is around $362. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Austin to Modesto?

The average bus trip duration from Austin to Modesto is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 1423 miles (2295 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 18h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Austin to Modesto route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Valley Transit .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Austin to Modesto?

The earliest bus departs from Austin to Modesto at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to Modesto?

A bus trip from Austin to Modesto generates an estimated 57 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Austin to Modesto?

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 Austin to Modesto?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Valley Transit has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Austin to Modesto?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Austin to Modesto?

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.

Bus Austin to Modesto from $310 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Austin to Modesto on January 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:45pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 20h	6:15pm	Modesto Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Austin to Modesto on January 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:20pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 18h	6:55am	Modesto Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:30am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 16h	6:15pm	Modesto Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	11:45pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 20h	6:15pm	Modesto Bus Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:55pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 21h	2:55pm	Modesto	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:40pm	Downtown Austin	2d 11h	6:55am	Modesto Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Modesto on January 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:50pm	Austin South Congress	1d 21h	6:15pm	Modesto Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:30am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 16h	6:15pm	Modesto Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	2:20pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 18h	6:55am	Modesto Bus Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:55pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 21h	2:55pm	Modesto	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:40am	Downtown Austin	2d	6:55am	Modesto Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Modesto on January 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:45pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 20h	6:15pm	Modesto Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:30am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 16h	6:15pm	Modesto Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	2:20pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 18h	6:55am	Modesto Bus Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:55pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 21h	2:55pm	Modesto	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:40am	Downtown Austin	2d	6:55am	Modesto Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 10:42 AM CST.

Get from Austin to Modesto

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $230, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

1d 21hAverage Duration

1423 milesDistance

57kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Austin and Modesto?

Stops in Austin

A
Greyhound Station
916 E Koenig Ln, Austin, TX 78752, USA
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B
Airport Blvd
2001 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78702, USA
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C
Brazos St
35 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
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D
Ben White Bd & I-35
711 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, USA
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Stops in Modesto

A
Modesto Bus Station
1001 9th St, Ste C, Modesto, CA 95354
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B
Lukyds Travel
920 E Hacth Rd, CA 95351 , USA
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C
1511 Crows Landing Rd
1511 Crows Landing Rd, CA 95358 , USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,500 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/512,038 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Valley Transit

3/538 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness2.9

Wifi2.8

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Austin, TX, US to Modesto by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Austin to Modesto?
The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to Modesto start from $230. The average price for this route is around $362. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Austin to Modesto?
The average bus trip duration from Austin to Modesto is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 1423 miles (2295 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 18h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Austin to Modesto route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Austin to Modesto?
The earliest bus departs from Austin to Modesto at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to Modesto?
A bus trip from Austin to Modesto generates an estimated 57 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Austin to Modesto?
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 Austin to Modesto?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Valley Transit has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Austin to Modesto?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Austin to Modesto?
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.

Best price found

01/11

$353

01/12

$330

Today

$346

01/14

$333

01/15

$338

01/16

$340

01/17

$320

01/18

$310

The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Modesto was searched and found on Jan 18, 2026 with a price of $310

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

You can expect to pay from $310 to $356 for a bus ticket from Austin, TX, US to Modesto based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $310 which is on 2026-01-18.