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Old 05-15-2007, 03:18 PM
 
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Hello:

I just accepted a job in Modesto. I'd like to live in Pleasanton, but I've heard terrible stories about the 580 commute (even though I would be doing the reverse commute.)

Does anyone have any ballpark figures as to how long it would take? I plan to leave my home a bit before 7am to get to Modesto (I Street) around 8am.

Thanks in advance for your input.

Sam
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Old 05-15-2007, 04:13 PM
 
Location: Northern California
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Yes, the traffic on I-580 can get ugly - ok, it's ugly just about all of the time . There are a lot of trucks hauling shipping containers coming and going from the port of Oakland to inland areas. Under so-so conditions, it will take you at least an hour to drive between Pleasanton and Modesto if not longer. Why not live closer to Modesto - maybe Tracy or Manteca. The rent might be a little cheaper there.
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Old 06-13-2007, 08:48 PM
 
Location: Modesto,CA
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If you'd consider a Move to Modesto look in the college area..Its really nice...
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Old 06-13-2007, 09:29 PM
 
Location: Houston, TX
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Pleasanton is certainly a very desirable place. Its about a 50 mile comute (580 to 132). Why not live in Modesto. Their are nice areas and even a great brewpub (St Stans)
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Old 06-16-2007, 10:51 PM
 
Location: Southern California
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Modesto also has a pretty decent mall, Vintage Faire, located right next to Highway 99 at the Standiford exit. I used to go there occasionally when I lived in Sacramento.



Obviously, this picture wasn't taken during a typical busy weekend.
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Old 08-21-2010, 03:43 AM
 
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I live in Pleasanton and commute to Modesto. The schools and community are top notch and the commute is 1 hour without any traffic. I came from Los Angeles where it can take 2 hours with traffic. you are going against traffic to and from Modesto
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