Modesto ca to san diego ca

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Bus to Oakland, fly  •  4h 42m

  1. Take the bus from Modesto to Hayward
  2. Fly from Oakland (OAK) to San Diego (SAN) OAK - SAN

Bus to San Jose, fly  •  5h 20m

  1. Take the bus from Modesto to Hayward
  2. Fly from San Jose (SJC) to San Diego (SAN) SJC - SAN

Bus, BART to San Francisco, fly  •  5h 42m

  1. Take the bus from Modesto to Hayward
  2. Take the BART from Hayward to Daly City
  3. Fly from San Francisco (SFO) to San Diego (SAN) SFO - SAN

Train to Sacramento, fly  •  6h 38m

  1. Take the train from Modesto to Sacramento
  2. Fly from Sacramento (SMF) to San Diego (SAN) SMF - SAN

Bus, train  •  9h 34m

  1. Take the bus from Modesto, CA to Downtown Los Angeles Stockton
  2. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Pacific Surfliner

Bus via Los Angeles  •  9h 43m

  1. Take the bus from Modesto, CA to Downtown Los Angeles Stockton
  2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to San Diego Los Angeles / ...

Bus  •  11h 13m

  1. Take the bus from Modesto to San Ysidro Bus Terminal Sacramento

Train, bus  •  12h 53m

  1. Take the train from Modesto to Bakersfield
  2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angeles
  3. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego

Drive  •  7h 16m

  1. Drive from Modesto to San Diego 695.7 km

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Am I allowed to travel from Modesto to San Diego?

Yes, travel within United States is currently allowed.

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What are the travel restrictions in San Diego?

Domestic travel is not restricted, but some conditions may apply

  • Face masks are recommended
  • There is a social distancing requirement of 2 metres
  • Observe COVID-19 safety rules

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What is the national COVID-19 helpline number in San Diego?

The national COVID-19 helpline number in San Diego is 800-232-4636.

Do I have to wear a face mask on public transport in San Diego?

Wearing a face mask on public transport in San Diego is recommended.

What should I do if I have COVID-19 symptoms when I arrive in San Diego?

Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 800-232-4636.

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What is the cheapest way to get from Modesto to San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from Modesto to San Diego is to bus via Los Angeles which costs $100 - $150 and takes 9h 43m.

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What is the fastest way to get from Modesto to San Diego?

The quickest way to get from Modesto to San Diego is to bus and fly which costs $65 - $310 and takes 4h 42m.

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Is there a direct bus between Modesto and San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from Modesto to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Modesto, CA and arriving at San Diego via 6th / Main and Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 43m.

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How far is it from Modesto to San Diego?

The distance between Modesto and San Diego is 649 km. The road distance is 695.7 km.

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How do I travel from Modesto to San Diego without a car?

The best way to get from Modesto to San Diego without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 34m and costs $120 - $180.

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How long does it take to get from Modesto to San Diego?

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Modesto to San Diego, including transfers.

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Where do I catch the Modesto to San Diego bus from?

Modesto to San Diego bus services, operated by Tufesa, depart from Modesto, CA station.

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How long is the flight from Modesto to San Diego?

The quickest flight from Oakland Airport to San Diego Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 20m.

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Where does the Modesto to San Diego bus arrive?

Modesto to San Diego bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at San Diego station.

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Can I drive from Modesto to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Modesto to San Diego is 696 km. It takes approximately 7h 16m to drive from Modesto to San Diego.

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What companies run services between Modesto, CA, USA and San Diego, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Modesto to San Diego via Downtown Los Angeles, 6th / Main, 7th / Decatur, and Los Angeles in around 9h 43m.

Modesto ca to san diego ca

Southwest Airlines

Websitesouthwest.comAve. Duration1h 29mWhenEvery dayEstimated price$140 - $420Ave. Duration1h 22mWhenEvery dayEstimated price$80 - $340Ave. Duration 3h 30mWhenMonday to SaturdayEstimated price$80 - $340Ave. Duration1h 28mWhenEvery dayEstimated price$120 - $550Ave. Duration1h 28mWhenEvery dayEstimated price$100 - $300

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Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Websitealaskaair.comAve. Duration1h 23mWhenEvery dayEstimated price$70 - $360Ave. Duration1h 32mWhenEvery dayEstimated price$110 - $480Ave. Duration1h 33mWhenEvery dayEstimated price$75 - $270

Modesto ca to san diego ca

United Airlines

Websiteunited.comAve. Duration1h 37mWhenEvery dayEstimated price$120 - $450

Modesto ca to san diego ca

Spirit Airlines

Websitespirit.comAve. Duration1h 20mWhenEvery dayEstimated price$30 - $440

Modesto ca to san diego ca

BART

Modesto ca to san diego ca

Amtrak

Amtrak is a rail service that connects the US and three Canadian provinces. Covering 21,000 route miles (34,000km) Amtrak operates more than 300 trains daily. These medium and long distance intercity services operate at speeds of up to 240km/h, to more than 500 destinations. Founded in 1971, it is based in Washington, D.C. and offers four classes of travel: First Class, Sleeper, Business and Coach. Ticket fares are divided into five subclasses: Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium. Amtrak trains are known for their wide seats, plug-in power, big windows and storage capabilities.

Phone+1 800-872-7245Websiteamtrak.comAve. Duration1h 38mFrequencyTwice dailyEstimated price$40 - $60WebsiteAmtrakCoach Seat$40 - $60Premium$290 - $400Flexi Coach Seat$60 - $90Business Seat$55 - $85Ave. Duration2h 54mFrequencyEvery 2 hours Estimated price$45 - $70WebsiteAmtrakCoach Seat$45 - $70Premium$300 - $420Flexi Coach Seat$75 - $110Business Seat$70 - $110 Ave. Duration4h 1mFrequencyEvery 4 hoursEstimated price$55 - $80WebsiteAmtrakCoach Seat$55 - $80Premium$320 - $440Flexi Coach Seat$95 - $150 Business Seat$95 - $140

Modesto ca to san diego ca

Greyhound USA

Greyhound is a leading bus company based in Dallas, Texas, serving over 3800 destinations across North America, Mexico and Canada. Greyhound carries around 18 million passengers a year who travel 5.4 billion miles (8.6 billion km) a year on their fleet of around 1700 vehicles. For travel flexibility, you can board or get off a Greyhound bus at official Greyhound stations, partner stations and curbside stops. There are around 230 Greyhound stations across the US where you can both catch your bus and buy tickets, that are also available on the official website and via the mobile app.

Phone+1 214-849-8100/1-800-231-2222EmailWebsitegreyhound.comAve. Duration1h 25mFrequency Once dailyEstimated price$22 - $35Websitegreyhound.comEconomy$22 - $35Flexible$45 - $70Ave. Duration3h 40mFrequency4 times a day Estimated price$30 - $45Websitegreyhound.comEconomy$30 - $45Flexible$60 - $85

Modesto ca to san diego ca

Tufesa

Modesto ca to san diego ca

Greyhound Mexico

Modesto ca to san diego ca

CBX Cross Border Express

Modesto ca to san diego ca

Amtrak

Amtrak is a rail service that connects the US and three Canadian provinces. Covering 21,000 route miles (34,000km) Amtrak operates more than 300 trains daily. These medium and long distance intercity services operate at speeds of up to 240km/h, to more than 500 destinations. Founded in 1971, it is based in Washington, D.C. and offers four classes of travel: First Class, Sleeper, Business and Coach. Ticket fares are divided into five subclasses: Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium. Amtrak trains are known for their wide seats, plug-in power, big windows and storage capabilities.

Phone+1 800-872-7245Websiteamtrak.comAve. Duration2h 30mFrequencyEvery 2 hoursWebsiteAmtrak

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Which airlines fly from Oakland Airport to San Diego Airport?

Spirit Airlines and Southwest Airlines offer flights from Oakland Airport to San Diego Airport.

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Where can I stay near San Diego?

There are 1294+ hotels available in San Diego. Prices start at $150 AUD per night.

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What is halfway between San Diego and Modesto?

Halfway between San Diego, CA and Modesto, CA The town that marks the exact halfway point is actually Kern Lake, California. The closest zip code to the midpoint is 93312. The exact latitude and longitude coordinates are 35° 9' 54" N and 119° 0' 6" W.

Is Modesto near Los Angeles?

Distance between Modesto and Los Angeles is 470 kilometers (292 miles). Driving distance from Modesto to Los Angeles is 505 kilometers (314 miles).

Is Modesto CA near San Francisco?

There are 78.29 miles from Modesto to San Francisco in west direction and 89 miles (143.23 kilometers) by car, following the I-580 W route. Modesto and San Francisco are 1 hour 30 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop .

How do I get from Modesto to Los Angeles?

Bus, BART to San Jose, fly to Los Angeles, tram.
Take the bus from Modesto to Hayward..
Take the BART from Hayward to Milpitas..
Fly from San Jose (SJC) to Los Angeles (LAX).
Take the tram from Aviation / LAX Station to Willowbrook - Rosa Parks Station - Metro Green Line..