What is the travel distance from Riverside to Modesto?

The distance between the two cities is 324 miles (522 km).

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

The majority of buses traveling from Riverside to Modesto start their journey at Riverside Bus Station and wind up at Modesto Bus Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Riverside to Modesto from $84 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Riverside to Modesto on November 26
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:15am	Riverside Station	9h 46m	8:01pm	Modesto Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	12:25pm	UC Riverside	11h 45m	12:10am	Modesto Bus Station	No tags
	9:00am	Riverside Station	12h 55m	9:55pm	Modesto Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:00pm	UC Riverside	11h 55m	6:55am	Modesto Bus Station	No tags

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Get from Riverside to Modesto

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

11h 45mAverage Duration

326 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Riverside and Modesto?

Stops in Riverside

A
Riverside Bus Station
3911-3956 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, CA 92501, USA
B
Commerce St
3767-3791 Commerce St, Riverside, CA 92507, USA

Stops in Modesto

A
Modesto Bus Station
1001 9th St, Ste C, Modesto, CA 95354
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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Amtrak

4/55,607 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,443 reviews

Staff4.2

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.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Riverside, CA to Modesto by bus

What is the travel distance from Riverside to Modesto?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Riverside to Modesto?

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The cheapest trip from Riverside, CA to Modesto was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $84

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

You can expect to pay from $84 to $87 for a bus ticket from Riverside, CA to Modesto based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $84 which is on 2025-11-26.