Tijuana to Modesto by bus
Modesto lies 677 km (421 mi) north-west of Tijuana, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 12 h 24 min including stops, over roughly 826 km (513 mi) of road.
| Tijuana | Modesto | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mexico | United States |
| Population | 1.9 million | 211,266 |
| Elevation | 97 m (318 ft) | 29 m (95 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Tijuana) | UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Postal codes | 22703 | 95350–95397 |
What changes when you arrive in Modesto
Crossing from Mexico into United States: money changes from the Peso to the Dollar (USD); the dialling code becomes +1; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Where to book buses from Tijuana to Modesto
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Staying in Modesto
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Common questions
How far is Modesto from Tijuana?
677 km (421 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Tijuana; by road roughly 826 km (513 mi).
How long does it take to get from Tijuana to Modesto by bus?
About 12 h 24 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Tijuana and Modesto?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Modesto?
The Dollar (USD).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.