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 9m.

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 Union Station station and arriving at Merced Bus Stop. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 55m.

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 which takes 5h 55m and costs $45 - $90.

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

The bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Merced Bus Stop takes 5h 55m including transfers and departs once daily.

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 35m 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 34+ hotels available in Merced.

California to Merced - 4 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from California to Merced by bus (Greyhound), 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 (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Merced Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0810 / ...
5h 55m
$45–90
Bus via Huntington Park
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Huntington Park to Mercedbus Nogales
6h 9m
$32–52
Drive 273 mi
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Mercedcar 273 mi
4h 35m
$50–72
Bus via Delano
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Delano Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0831
2. Take the bus from Delano - Juanita's Travel to Mercedbus 1
6h 19m
$54–96

California to Merced by bus (Greyhound)

8Weekly Buses

5h 55mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 278.8 mi
Duration: 5h 55m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Merced Bus Stop once daily. Tickets cost $45–90 and the journey takes 5h 55m.

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