Find coaches from Riverside, CA to Modesto

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Next departures from Riverside to Modesto on 15 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Riverside Station
Modesto StationCheapest
Amtrak
Riverside Station
Modesto StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
UC Riverside
Modesto Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus
UC Riverside
ModestoNo tags
Amtrak
Riverside Station
Modesto StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Riverside to Modesto

Bus
Average priceUS$53 - US$121Average duration12h 5m
13kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$68 - US$68Average duration9h 49m
47kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Riverside to Modesto

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Modesto. The journey takes about 9 hours 49 minutes and with fares starting at just US$68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
9h 49mAverage duration
US$68Cheapest ticket
47kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Riverside, CA to Modesto: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$69
Average bus trip duration12h 5m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure13:10
Distance326 miles
Latest bus departure18:50

Riverside to Modesto Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Riverside, CA - Modesto

  1. How far is Modesto from Riverside by coach?

    The journey from Riverside to Modesto by coach covers an approximate distance of 324 miles (522 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Modesto from Riverside without flying?

    To travel from Riverside to Modesto without flying, you can take the coaches. 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.

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12/09
US$48
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15/09
US$62
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US$62
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Riverside, CA to Modesto was searched and found on 12 Sept 2025 with a price of US$48

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

You can expect to pay from US$48 to US$85 for a bus ticket from Riverside, CA to Modesto based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$62, which is on 2025-09-15.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Riverside to Modesto, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Riverside to Modesto 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 Riverside to Modesto while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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!

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