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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Gray & Smith | Modesto | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Houston Bus Station | Modesto Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Houston Bus Station | Modesto Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Houston Bus Station | Modesto | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Gray & Smith | Modesto Bus Station | No tags |
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Get from Houston to Modesto
The journey takes about 2 days, 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $254, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Houston and Modesto?
Stops in Houston
- A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA - B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002 - C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA - D7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
- E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA - F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Houston, 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 Houston to Modesto?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Modesto start from $254. The average price for this route is around $394. 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 Houston to Modesto?
The average bus trip duration from Houston to Modesto is 2d 2h, covering a distance of 1566 miles (2526 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 18h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Modesto route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to Modesto?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Modesto at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Modesto?
A bus trip from Houston to Modesto generates an estimated 63 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 Houston 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 Houston 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 Houston 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 Houston 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.
The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Modesto was searched and found on Jan 11, 2026 with a price of $318To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Houston, US to Modesto, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $318 to $355 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Modesto based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $318 which is on 2026-01-11.
