What is the cheapest way to get from Modesto to Lancaster?

The cheapest way to get from Modesto to Lancaster is to bus which costs $35 - $60 and takes 8h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Modesto to Lancaster?

The fastest way to get from Modesto to Lancaster is to drive which takes 5h 2m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Modesto and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Modesto to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Modesto Bus Stop and arriving at MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. via Bakersfield Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.

How far is it from Modesto to Lancaster?

The distance between Modesto and Lancaster is 305 miles. The road distance is 285.9 miles.

How do I travel from Modesto to Lancaster without a car?

The best way to get from Modesto to Lancaster without a car is to bus which takes 8h 14m and costs $35 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Modesto to Lancaster?

It takes approximately 8h 14m to get from Modesto to Lancaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Modesto to Lancaster bus from?

Modesto to Lancaster bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Modesto Bus Stop station.

Where does the Modesto to Lancaster bus arrive?

Modesto to Lancaster bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Bakersfield Train Station.

Can I drive from Modesto to Lancaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Modesto to Lancaster is 286 miles. It takes approximately 5h 2m to drive from Modesto to Lancaster.

Where can I stay near Lancaster?

There are 65+ hotels available in Lancaster.

Modesto to Lancaster - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Modesto to Lancaster by bus (Greyhound), car, bus, plane, or train

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best
1. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Bakersfield Train Stationbus Greyhound US0810 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Amtrak to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy.bus 100
8h 14m
$35–55
Drive 284.2 mi
1. Drive from Modesto to Lancastercar 284.2 mi
5h 2m
$52–75
Bus, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to BART Dublin Stationbus
2. Fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR)plane OAK - BUR
3. Take the train from Burbank - Downtown to Lancastertrain
8h 5m
$199–728
Bus via Bakersfield
1. Take the bus from Modesto to Bakersfield, CAbus Stockton
2. Take the bus from GET Downtown Transit Center to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy.bus 100
9h 20m
$57–83

Modesto to Lancaster by bus

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8h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 302.9 mi
Duration: 8h 14m

What companies run services between Modesto, CA, USA and Lancaster, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Modesto Bus Stop to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. via Bakersfield Train Station and Bakersfield Amtrak in around 8h 14m.

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