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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Santa Ana Bus Station | Modesto Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Santa Ana E Santa Ana Blvd | Modesto Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center | Modesto Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center | Modesto Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Santa Ana E Santa Ana Blvd | Modesto Bus Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 4:56 PM PST.
Get from Santa Ana to Modesto
The journey takes about 9 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Santa Ana and Modesto?
Stops in Santa Ana
- A
Santa Ana Greyhound Bus Station
1000 E Santa Ana Blvd, Santa Ana, CA 92701 - B
602 S Main St
602 S Main St, Santa Ana, CA 92701, USA
Stops in Modesto
- A
Modesto Bus Station
1001 9th St, Ste C, Modesto, CA 95354 - B920 E Hacth Rd, CA 95351 , USA
- C1511 Crows Landing Rd, CA 95358 , USA
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana to Modesto?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Ana to Modesto start from $60. The average price for this route is around $84. 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 Santa Ana to Modesto?
The average bus trip duration from Santa Ana to Modesto is 9h 45m, covering a distance of 321 miles (518 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 35m and is operated by Los Limousines.
Which bus companies service the Santa Ana to Modesto route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Los Limousines.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Ana to Modesto?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Ana to Modesto at 3:45am. And the latest bus departs at 9:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Ana to Modesto?
A bus trip from Santa Ana to Modesto generates an estimated 13 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 Santa Ana 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 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santa Ana to Modesto?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Los Limousines has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Santa Ana to Modesto?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Greyhound, with a punctuality rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santa Ana to Modesto?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Los Limousines, with a cleanliness rating of 3.9 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 Santa Ana, US to Modesto was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $55To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Ana, US to Modesto, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $55 to $88 for a bus ticket from Santa Ana, US to Modesto based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $57 which is on 2025-12-12.
