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ModestoReno

Modesto to Reno by train

Reno lies 234 km (145 mi) north-east of Modesto, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

By rail the journey is about 3 h 10 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 285 km (177 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.

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ModestoReno
CountryUnited StatesUnited States
Population211,266264,165
Elevation29 m (95 ft)1,380 m (4,528 ft)
Time nowUTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles)UTC-7 (America/Los_Angeles)
Stations on recordModesto stationNevada-California-Oregon Railroad Depot
Postal codes95350–9539789501–89599

Where to book trains from Modesto to Reno

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Common questions

How far is Reno from Modesto?

234 km (145 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Modesto; by road roughly 285 km (177 mi).

How long does it take to get from Modesto to Reno by train?

About 3 h 10 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between Modesto and Reno?

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.