How to get to San Diego, CA from Modesto, CA

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Compare coach, train and flight for Modesto, CA to San Diego, CA

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Modesto, CA to San Diego, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £99 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 38m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.6 - 1.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £99, while a flight costs an average of £477.

Distance: 649 km

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£99

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£477

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£64

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12h 8m

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11h 38m

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4h 38m

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6h 34m

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0.6 - 1.6kg

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1.9 - 3.9kg

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Compare ways to travel from Modesto, CA to San Diego, CA

Compare the available ways to get from Modesto, CA to San Diego, CA, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Modesto, CA to San Diego, CA is a coach with an average price of £99.

This is compared to other travel options from Modesto, CA to San Diego, CA:

A coach is £378 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Modesto, CA to San Diego, CA costing on average £477.

The fastest way to travel from Modesto, CA to San Diego, CA is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 38m.

Other travel options to San Diego, CA take longer:

Coach takes on average 12h 8m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Modesto, CA and San Diego, CA including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £99 compared to roughly £64 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£34. The journey takes 11h 38m versus 6h 34m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Modesto, CA to San Diego, CA

How to get to San Diego, CA from Modesto, CA by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Modesto, CA to San Diego, CA is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Amtrak718 Gold Runner · 5818 Connecting Bus
    1 change

Cheapest

  • Amtrak718 Gold Runner · 5818 Connecting Bus
    1 change

Fastest

  • Alaska AirlinesAA7416
    0 changes

Other options

  • Amtrak714 Gold Runner · 5714 Connecting Bus · 794 Pacific Surfliner
    2 changes
  • Amtrak712 Gold Runner · 5712 Connecting Bus · 790 Pacific Surfliner
    2 changes
  • Amtrak710 Gold Runner · 5810 Connecting Bus · 786 Pacific Surfliner
    2 changes
  • Greyhound ·
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus+Greyhound
    1 change
  • Alaska AirlinesAA9353
    0 changes
  • Alaska AirlinesAA7494
    0 changes
  • Alaska AirlinesAA9291
    0 changes

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FAQs: Modesto, CA to San Diego, CA

Travel to San Diego, CA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Modesto, CA to San Diego, CA.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Modesto, CA and San Diego, CA including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Modesto, CA to San Diego, CA is a coach with an average price of £99.

This is compared to other travel options from Modesto, CA to San Diego, CA:

A coach is £378 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Modesto, CA to San Diego, CA costing on average £477.

The fastest way to travel from Modesto, CA to San Diego, CA is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 38m.

Other travel options to San Diego, CA take longer:

Coach takes on average 12h 8m.

The Modesto, CA to San Diego, CA distance is approximately 649 km.
The average frequency per day from Modesto, CA to San Diego, CA is:
  • Around 78 flights per day.
  • Around 8 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Modesto, CA and San Diego, CA as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Modesto, CA to San Diego, CA:
  • Flights mostly depart from Sacramento International Airport and arrive in San Diego International Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Modesto, Downtown Transit Center (Southern Pacififc) and arrive in San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Modesto, CA to San Diego, CA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus, Infobus to go to San Diego, CA by coach.
  • Travel with United, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, skywest airlines to go to San Diego, CA by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Modesto, CA to San Diego, CA with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct coaches per day with Greyhound, Infobus.
  • 11 direct flights per day with Alaska Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Modesto, CA to San Diego, CA often also extend their vacation to go to Los Angeles, CA, Las Vegas, NV, San Francisco, CA, Denver, CO, Salt Lake City, UT. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between San Diego, CA and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Modesto, CA to San Diego, CA, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
In San Diego, CA, you can explore the vibrant art scene at the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego and enjoy a harbour cruise for stunning views of the skyline and naval ships. Hike the scenic trails at Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve, visit the Birch Aquarium to learn about marine life and ocean conservation, and experience the thrill of a whale watching tour off the coast. Discover Balboa Park with its museums, gardens, and the San Diego Zoo, explore the USS Midway Museum, and take in the picturesque views at La Jolla Cove. Enjoy the lively atmosphere of the Gaslamp Quarter and relax at Coronado Beach.
To fully explore San Diego, CA, and enjoy its main attractions such as the San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park, and the beaches, a stay of three to five days is typically recommended.

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