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Santa Clara to Modesto by bus

Modesto lies 90 km (56 mi) east of Santa Clara, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 1 h 52 min including stops, over roughly 110 km (68 mi) of road.

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Santa ClaraModesto
CountryUnited StatesUnited States
Population126,215211,266
Elevation22 m (72 ft)29 m (95 ft)
Time nowUTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles)UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles)
Postal codes95050–9505695350–95397

Where to book buses from Santa Clara to Modesto

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Common questions

How far is Modesto from Santa Clara?

90 km (56 mi) in a straight line, east of Santa Clara; by road roughly 110 km (68 mi).

How long does it take to get from Santa Clara to Modesto by bus?

About 1 h 52 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Santa Clara and Modesto?

No, both are on America/Los_Angeles at the moment.

Where these facts come from

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Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.