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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 | Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd | Modesto Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Houston Bus Station | Modesto Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Houston Bus Station | Modesto Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Gray & Smith | Modesto Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway | Modesto Bus Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 9:22 PM CST.
Get from Houston to Modesto
The journey takes about 2 days, 1 hour 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $288, 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
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 - C
1511 Crows Landing Rd
1511 Crows Landing Rd, CA 95358 , USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling 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 $288. The average price for this route is around $304. 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 travel time from Houston to Modesto is 2d 1h, covering a distance of 2483 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 16 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Houston to Modesto?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Modesto at 2:00am. 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 62 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended 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 87522 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Modesto?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Valley Transit has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Houston to Modesto?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 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 Feb 27, 2026 with a price of $314To 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 $314 to $374 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 $314 which is on 2026-02-27.
