Find coaches from Modesto to San Diego, CA, US

Today30 Jul
Tomorrow31 Jul
Fri1 Aug
from US$97
Sat2 Aug
from US$80
Sun3 Aug
from US$100
Mon4 Aug
Tue5 Aug
Wed6 Aug
from US$59

Cheap buses leaving Friday

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Modesto
    Departure location: Modesto Bus Station
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Modesto
    Departure location: Modesto Bus Station
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)
    Operated by: Los LimousinesLos Limousines
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Modesto
    Departure location: Modesto Bus Station
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Modesto
    Departure location: Modesto Bus Station
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: Modesto
    Departure location: Modesto Bus Station
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)
    Operated by: Los LimousinesLos Limousines
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Modesto to San Diego

Bus
Average priceUS$58 - US$194Average duration15h 30m
16kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$59 - US$104Average duration10h 8m
58kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Modesto to San Diego

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 10 hours 8 minutes and with fares starting at just US$59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day
10h 8mAverage duration
US$59Cheapest ticket
58kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Modesto to San Diego, CA, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$88
Average bus trip duration15h 30m
Number of daily buses10
Earliest bus departure00:05
Distance400 miles
Latest bus departure17:00

Modesto to San Diego Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Modesto - San Diego, CA, US

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

    The distance between Modesto and San Diego by coach is approximately 403 miles (649 km).

  2. How can I travel from Modesto to San Diego avoiding air travel?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/07
US$98
29/07
US$96
Today
US$99
31/07
No data
01/08
US$89
02/08
US$72
03/08
US$94
04/08
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Modesto to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 2 Aug 2025 with a price of US$72

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

You can expect to pay from US$72 to US$185 for a bus ticket from Modesto to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$72, which is on 2025-08-02.

Usually LLIO will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Modesto to San Diego.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Modesto to San Diego will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Modesto to San Diego 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.

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

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Will you be returning to Modesto by bus?

Bus from Modesto to San Diego, CA, US

You can also go to San Diego, CA, US by train

Train from Modesto to San Diego, CA, US

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