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Next departures to Modesto

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 8 at
    Departure city: Santa Cruz
    Departure location: Santa Cruz, CA
    Arrival time: August 8 at
    Destination city: Modesto
    Destination location: Modesto Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Santa Cruz, US to Modesto: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$42
Average Bus Trip Duration6h 24m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure1:30pm
Distance125 km

Santa Cruz to Modesto Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Cruz, US - Modesto

  1. What is the distance between Santa Cruz and Modesto?

    It's about 120 km (74 miles) from Santa Cruz to Modesto.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Santa Cruz to Modesto?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Metro Center Bus Station, in Santa Cruz, and end it at Modesto Bus Station, in Modesto.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Cruz, US to Modesto was searched and found on Aug 5, 2025 with a price of US$39

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

You can expect to pay from US$39 to US$39 for a bus ticket from Santa Cruz, US to Modesto based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$39 which is on 2025-08-08.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Santa Cruz to Modesto.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Santa Cruz to Modesto, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Santa Cruz to Modesto.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Santa Cruz to Modesto while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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