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 the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: September 4 at
    Departure city: Santa Maria
    Departure location: Nicholson Ave
    Arrival time: September 4 at
    Destination city: Modesto
    Destination location: Modesto Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 4 at
    Departure city: Santa Maria
    Departure location: Nicholson Ave
    Arrival time: September 5 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 PriceUS$81
Average Bus Trip Duration13h 30m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure5:25pm
Distance303 km

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

  1. How far is Santa Maria from Modesto?

    The distance covered from Santa Maria to Modesto is 304 km (189 miles).

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

You can expect to pay from US$77 to US$95 for a bus ticket from Santa Maria, US to Modesto based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$77 which is on 2025-09-04.

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