Bus Tickets from Santa Maria, US to Modesto

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Next departures to Modesto

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 7 at
    Departure city: Santa Maria
    Departure location: Nicholson Ave
    Arrival time: August 7 at
    Destination city: Modesto
    Destination location: Modesto Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 7 at
    Departure city: Santa Maria
    Departure location: Nicholson Ave
    Arrival time: August 8 at
    Destination city: Modesto
    Destination location: Modesto Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Santa Maria, US to Modesto: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$167
Average bus trip duration13h 25m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure5:25pm
Distance188 miles (303 km)

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