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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Luis Obispo to Modesto

Bus
Average priceUS$101 - US$126Average duration14h 25m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$100 - US$103Average duration13h 50m
24kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from San Luis Obispo to Modesto

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Modesto. The journey takes about 13 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$100, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
13h 50mAverage duration
US$100Cheapest ticket
24kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Luis Obispo to Modesto: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$118
Average bus trip duration14h 25m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure12:55
Distance165 miles
Latest bus departure16:30

San Luis Obispo to Modesto Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Modesto from San Luis Obispo, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Luis Obispo - Modesto

  1. What's the distance between San Luis Obispo and Modesto by coach?

    The distance between San Luis Obispo and Modesto by coach is approximately 167 miles (269 km).

  2. How can I get from San Luis Obispo to Modesto without driving?

    You can travel to Modesto from San Luis Obispo by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Luis Obispo to Modesto was searched and found on 10 Aug 2025 with a price of US$68

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

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo to Modesto.

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Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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Bus from San Luis Obispo to Modesto

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Train from San Luis Obispo to Modesto

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