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Trip Overview

The average bus between Merced and Bakersfield takes 3h 30m and the fastest bus takes 3h. The bus service runs several times per day from Merced to Bakersfield. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 30m
Duration
166 mi
Distance
$27
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Merced to Bakersfield bus times

Buses run 3 times a day between Merced and Bakersfield. The earliest departure is at 1:10 AM at night, and the last departure from Merced is at 10:45 AM which arrives into Bakersfield at 1:45 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 166 mi
  • Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Merced, CA, USA and Bakersfield, CA, USA?

Tufesa operates a bus from Merced to Bakersfield, CA once daily. Tickets cost $45–70 and the journey takes 3h. Three other operators also service this route.

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