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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Modesto, CA to San Diego from various bus operators like Greyhound US for the next days.

today
$75
tomorrow
Tuesday
$74
Wednesday
$74
Thursday
Friday
$72
Saturday
$76

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 13h 30m 12:10 AM Modesto, CA Bus Station 1:40 PM San Diego La Jolla Village  Economy $75
Greyhound US 14h 0m 12:10 AM Modesto, CA Bus Station 2:10 PM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $76
Greyhound US 11h 35m 12:10 AM Modesto, CA Bus Station 11:45 AM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $76
Greyhound US 21h 25m 12:20 AM Modesto, CA Bus Station 9:45 PM San Diego La Jolla Village  Economy $76
Greyhound US 21h 55m 12:20 AM Modesto, CA Bus Station 10:15 PM San Diego Seaport Village  Economy $77
  • Did you know that if you travel from Modesto, CA to San Diego via Los Angeles, you can save more than $11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      14h 0m
      0
      12:10 AM
      Modesto, CA
      Bus Station
      7:10 AM
      Los Angeles
      North Hollywood
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $40
      • Waiting Time 3h 45m
    • Busbud
      3h 15m
      0
      10:55 AM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      2:10 PM
      San Diego
      Old Town Transit Center
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $24
    Travel time is 2h 25m longer, but you will save $11

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 12h 30m 11:55 AM Modesto, CA Bus Station 12:25 AM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center  Economy $74
Greyhound US 11h 55m 11:55 AM Modesto, CA Bus Station 11:50 PM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $74
Greyhound US 16h 15m 12:10 AM Modesto, CA Bus Station 4:25 PM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $143
Greyhound US 11h 35m 12:10 AM Modesto, CA Bus Station 11:45 AM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $144
Greyhound US 21h 25m 12:20 AM Modesto, CA Bus Station 9:45 PM San Diego La Jolla Village  Economy $144
  • Did you know that if you travel from Modesto, CA to San Diego via Los Angeles, you can save more than $11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      16h 15m
      0
      12:10 AM
      Modesto, CA
      Bus Station
      7:10 AM
      Los Angeles
      North Hollywood
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $42
      • Waiting Time 5h 15m
    • Busbud
      4h 0m
      0
      12:25 PM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      4:25 PM
      San Diego
      Old Town Transit Center
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $21
    Travel time is 4h 40m longer, but you will save $11

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 11h 55m 11:55 AM Modesto, CA Bus Station 11:50 PM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $74
Greyhound US 12h 30m 11:55 AM Modesto, CA Bus Station 12:25 AM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center  Economy $76
Greyhound US 11h 35m 12:10 AM Modesto, CA Bus Station 11:45 AM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $140
Greyhound US 21h 25m 12:20 AM Modesto, CA Bus Station 9:45 PM San Diego La Jolla Village  Economy $140
Greyhound US 16h 15m 12:10 AM Modesto, CA Bus Station 4:25 PM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $141
  • Did you know that if you travel from Modesto, CA to San Diego via Los Angeles, you can save more than $11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      16h 15m
      0
      12:10 AM
      Modesto, CA
      Bus Station
      7:10 AM
      Los Angeles
      North Hollywood
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $42
      • Waiting Time 5h 15m
    • Busbud
      4h 0m
      0
      12:25 PM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      4:25 PM
      San Diego
      Old Town Transit Center
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $21
    Travel time is 4h 40m longer, but you will save $11

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 11h 55m 11:55 AM Modesto, CA Bus Station 11:50 PM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $72
Greyhound US 11h 35m 12:10 AM Modesto, CA Bus Station 11:45 AM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $76
Greyhound US 21h 55m 12:20 AM Modesto, CA Bus Station 10:15 PM San Diego Seaport Village  Economy $80
Greyhound US 14h 0m 12:10 AM Modesto, CA Bus Station 2:10 PM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $81
  • Did you know that if you travel from Modesto, CA to San Diego via Los Angeles, you can save more than $9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      16h 15m
      0
      12:10 AM
      Modesto, CA
      Bus Station
      7:10 AM
      Los Angeles
      North Hollywood
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $42
      • Waiting Time 5h 15m
    • Busbud
      4h 0m
      0
      12:25 PM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      4:25 PM
      San Diego
      Old Town Transit Center
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $21
    Travel time is 4h 40m longer, but you will save $9

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 11h 55m 11:55 AM Modesto, CA Bus Station 11:50 PM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $76
Greyhound US 21h 25m 12:20 AM Modesto, CA Bus Station 9:45 PM San Diego La Jolla Village  Economy $129
Greyhound US 21h 55m 12:20 AM Modesto, CA Bus Station 10:15 PM San Diego Seaport Village  Economy $130
Greyhound US 11h 35m 12:10 AM Modesto, CA Bus Station 11:45 AM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $131
Greyhound US 13h 30m 12:10 AM Modesto, CA Bus Station 1:40 PM San Diego La Jolla Village  Economy $134
  • Did you know that if you travel from Modesto, CA to San Diego via Los Angeles, you can save more than $13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      16h 15m
      0
      12:10 AM
      Modesto, CA
      Bus Station
      7:10 AM
      Los Angeles
      North Hollywood
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $42
      • Waiting Time 5h 15m
    • Busbud
      4h 0m
      0
      12:25 PM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      4:25 PM
      San Diego
      Old Town Transit Center
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $21
    Travel time is 4h 40m longer, but you will save $13

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Modesto, CA to San Diego is $66 on 3/1/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Modesto, CA and San Diego

See here how frequent the connections between Modesto, CA and San Diego are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 9 daily buses from Modesto, CA to San Diego. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Modesto, CA and San Diego.
The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 29 buses from Modesto, CA to San Diego, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Modesto, CA and San Diego, with 8 offers.

Facts about the bus from Modesto, CA to San Diego

Compare all providers like Greyhound US that travel 7 times every day by bus from Modesto, CA to San Diego in one click! Book your bus ticket from Modesto, CA to San Diego starting from $66!

Cheapest Bus $66
Fastest Bus 11h 35m
Earliest Bus 12:10 AM
Latest Bus 11:55 AM
Daily Bus Routes 7 Ø
Distance 403.2 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Modesto, CA to San Diego

Every day, 7 buses from 1 bus companies leave Modesto, CA for San Diego: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 02/08/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 02/08
$75
Monday 02/09
Tuesday 02/10
$74
Wednesday 02/11
$74
Thursday 02/12
Friday 02/13
$72
Saturday 02/14
$76
Sunday 02/15
Monday 02/16
$85
Tuesday 02/17
$70
Wednesday 02/18
Thursday 02/19
$68
Friday 02/20
Saturday 02/21
Sunday 02/22
Monday 02/23
Tuesday 02/24
Wednesday 02/25
Thursday 02/26
Friday 02/27
Saturday 02/28
$69
Sunday 03/01
$66
Monday 03/02
Tuesday 03/03
Wednesday 03/04
Thursday 03/05
Friday 03/06
Saturday 03/07

The cheapest time to travel from Modesto, CA to San Diego

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Modesto, CA to San Diego, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $66, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Modesto, CA to San Diego. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $74.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Modesto, CA to San Diego, with $66. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $72.

How to save money travelling from Modesto, CA to San Diego

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Modesto, CA to San Diego in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Modesto, CA to San Diego, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Modesto, CA to San Diego are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Modesto, CA to San Diego

These are the most booked bus companies between Modesto, CA to San Diego from our users.

Greyhound US from Modesto, CA to San Diego

Greyhound US

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Modesto, CA to San Diego:

Cheapest Price $72
Fastest Bus 11h 35m
Earliest Bus 12:10 AM
Last Bus 11:55 AM
Daily Connections 7 Ø
Found on 2/5/2026

All bus stations and stops in Modesto, CA and San Diego

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Modesto, CA and San Diego.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Modesto, CA to San Diego

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Modesto, CA to San Diego? Or which bus companies serve the route Modesto, CA to San Diego? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Modesto, CA to San Diego bus

How much does a Modesto, CA San Diego bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $66 and takes 11h 55m to reach San Diego. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Modesto, CA to San Diego?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $66 and $168. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to San Diego.

On average, how many connections are available from Modesto, CA to San Diego each day?

Every day, the Modesto, CA to San Diego bus route is served by approximately 7 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Modesto, CA to San Diego take?

The fastest bus from Modesto, CA to San Diego is offered by Greyhound US and takes 11h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $76. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Modesto, CA to San Diego?

The earliest bus arriving in San Diego from Modesto, CA starts at 12:10 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Modesto, CA to San Diego?

The latest bus trip departing from Modesto, CA for San Diego starts at 11:55 AM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Modesto, CA San Diego route?

When traveling by bus from Modesto, CA to San Diego, passengers can travel with Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Modesto, CA and San Diego?

You can check all the direct connections between Modesto, CA and San Diego by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Modesto, CA to San Diego bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Modesto, CA San Diego bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Modesto, CA San Diego bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Modesto, CA to San Diego on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Modesto, CA to San Diego?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 7 daily trips between Modesto, CA and San Diego. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Modesto, CA to San Diego?

Prices and availability for 7 trips between Modesto, CA and San Diego change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Modesto, CA to San Diego

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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