Compare 2 ways to go from Modesto to San Francisco
Busbud recommends taking the bus from Modesto to San FranciscoAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Francisco. The journey takes about 2 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Modesto to San Francisco, US: Trip Overview
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Based on 87168 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at US$27
Greyhound Modesto San Francisco recent customer reviews
Excellent service but I paid for WiFi and it was terrible so does need to be Improved. I bought it to have a better experience and speed but it was worse than 4g which I had to revert to in the end. Overall the service was good though. Thanks
Claire L.
the driver was very rude
Ana D.
The break in Oakland ended up being a half hour instead of “five minutes.”
Karissa V.
Modesto to San Francisco Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Modesto - San Francisco, US
How far is Modesto from San Francisco?
It's about 129 km (80 miles) from Modesto to San Francisco.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Modesto to San Francisco?
Buses departing from Modesto Bus Station in Modesto will take you to Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf) in San Francisco.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Modesto to San Francisco, US was searched and found on Aug 11, 2025 with a price of US$21To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Modesto to San Francisco, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$21 to US$22 for a bus ticket from Modesto to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$21 which is on 2025-08-13.
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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Modesto to San Francisco, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Modesto to San Francisco will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.
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The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
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