What is the distance between Oakland and Modesto?

Oakland and Modesto are 72 miles (116 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Oakland to Modesto?

If you're headed to Modesto from Oakland, chances are that your bus will depart from Emeryville Station and arrive at Modesto Bus Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Oakland to Modesto from $23 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Oakland to Modesto on November 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	6:25pm	West Oakland BART	5h 40m	12:05am	Modesto Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	6:25pm	West Oakland BART	5h 40m	12:05am	Modesto Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	6:25pm	West Oakland BART	5h 40m	12:05am	Modesto Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:15am	West Oakland BART	2h 5m	1:20pm	Modesto Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:45am	Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay	1h 35m	1:20pm	Modesto Bus Station	No tags

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Modesto. The journey takes about 1 hour 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1h 35mAverage Duration

72 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$23 - $26	Average Duration1h 35m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$26 - $33	Average Duration2h 18m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

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Greyhound

3.5/587,378 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.

Greyhound Oakland Modesto recent customer reviews

Appreciate the alternative to having to be driven by relatives

Garrett C.

December 28, 2019

Helpful staff, so no complaints

Chris C.

January 27, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511,358 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.