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

The cheapest way to get from California to Merced is to bus via Bakersfield which costs $30 - $65 and takes 9h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from California to Merced is to drive which takes 4h 34m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between California and Merced?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Los Angeles Union Station station and arriving at Merced Bus Stop. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from California to Merced?

The distance between California and Merced is 280 miles. The road distance is 274.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from California to Merced without a car is to bus via Bakersfield which takes 5h 2m and costs $80 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from California to Merced, including transfers.

Where do I catch the California to Merced bus from?

California to Merced bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the California to Merced bus arrive?

California to Merced bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Merced Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from California to Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between California to Merced is 275 miles. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from California to Merced.

How do I get a bus ticket from California to Merced?

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Where can I stay near Merced?

There are 36+ hotels available in Merced.

California to Merced - 5 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from California to Merced by bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus via Bakersfield
best
1. Take the bus from Downtown Los Angeles to Bakersfield, CAbus San Ysidro / ...
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Mercedbus Nogales
5h 2m
$83–130
Bus via Bakersfield #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Bakersfieldbus Guadalajara
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Mercedbus Guadalajara
9h 40m
$32–62
Drive 273 mi
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Mercedcar 273 mi
4h 34m
$50–72
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Merced Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0810
6h 15m
$45–95
Bus via San Fernando
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles - Pacoima to Bakersfield, CAbus Nogales
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Mercedbus Nogales
6h 45m
$88–142

California to Merced by bus

3Weekly Buses

5h 2mAverage Duration

$83Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from California to Merced.

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Distance: 278.4 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Downtown Los Angeles to Merced via Bakersfield, CA in around 5h 2m.

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