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

The cheapest way to get from California to Merced is to bus via Huntington Park which costs $30 - $55 and takes 6h.

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 35m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between California and Merced?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Los Angeles - Limousine Express Bus Terminal and arriving at Merced. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from California to Merced?

The distance between California and Merced is 283 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 which takes 5h 50m and costs $35 - $80.

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

The bus from Los Angeles - Limousine Express Bus Terminal to Merced takes 5h 50m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the California to Merced bus from?

California to Merced bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from Los Angeles - Limousine Express Bus Terminal station.

Where does the California to Merced bus arrive?

California to Merced bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at Merced station.

Can I drive from California to Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between California to Merced is 275 miles. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from California to Merced.

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

Book your California to Merced bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Merced?

There are 33+ hotels available in Merced.

California to Merced - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from California to Merced by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or bus

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles - Limousine Express Bus Terminal to Mercedbus 1
5h 50m
$35–80
Bus via Huntington Park
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Huntington Park to Mercedbus Nogales
6h
$32–52
Drive 273 mi
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Mercedcar 273 mi
4h 35m
$50–72

California to Merced by bus

29Weekly Buses

5h 50mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 281.4 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

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

Limousine Express operates a bus from Los Angeles - Limousine Express Bus Terminal to Merced twice daily. Tickets cost $45–70 and the journey takes 5h 50m. Two other operators also service this route.

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