What is the cheapest way to get from Bodie to Merced?

The cheapest way to get from Bodie to Merced is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 4h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bodie to Merced?

The fastest way to get from Bodie to Merced is to drive which takes 4h 40m and costs $30 - $45.

How far is it from Bodie to Merced?

The distance between Bodie and Merced is 186 miles. The road distance is 166.3 miles.

How do I travel from Bodie to Merced without a car?

The best way to get from Bodie to Merced without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 7h 31m and costs $140 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Bodie to Merced?

It takes approximately 7h 31m to get from Bodie to Merced, including transfers.

Can I drive from Bodie to Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between Bodie to Merced is 166 miles. It takes approximately 4h 40m to drive from Bodie to Merced.

Where can I stay near Merced?

There are 35+ hotels available in Merced.

Bodie to Merced - 3 ways to travel via taxi, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Bodie to Merced by taxi, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Bodie to Tioga Mobile Gas Marttaxi
2. Take the bus from Tioga Mobile Gas Mart to Curry Villagebus
3. Take the bus from Curry Village to Merced Amtrakbus
7h 31m
$142–159
Drive 165.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bodie to Mercedcar 165.3 mi
4h 40m
$31–44
Drive, bus
1. Drive from Bodie to Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottagecar
2. Take the bus from Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage to Merced Amtrakbus Merced HWY 140
6h 7m
$43–51

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 185.2 mi
Duration: 7h 31m

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

There is no direct connection from Bodie to Merced. However, you can take the taxi to Tioga Mobile Gas Mart, take the bus to Curry Village, then take the bus to Merced Amtrak. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Bodie to Merced Amtrak via Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage in around 6h 7m.

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