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

The cheapest way to get from Flagstaff to Merced is to drive which costs $110 - $170 and takes 10h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Flagstaff to Merced is to fly and bus which takes 7h 14m and costs $100 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Flagstaff and Merced?

No, there is no direct bus from Flagstaff to Merced. However, there are services departing from Flagstaff University North and arriving at Merced via 27th Av & Deer Valley Rd and Phoenix, AZ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 28m.

How far is it from Flagstaff to Merced?

The distance between Flagstaff and Merced is 537 miles. The road distance is 633.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Flagstaff to Merced without a car is to bus which takes 16h 28m and costs $120 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 7h 14m to get from Flagstaff to Merced, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Flagstaff to Merced bus from?

Flagstaff to Merced bus services, operated by Groome Transportation Phoenix, depart from Flagstaff University North station.

Where does the Flagstaff to Merced bus arrive?

Flagstaff to Merced bus services, operated by Groome Transportation Phoenix, arrive at Phoenix Denny's Deer Valley station.

Can I drive from Flagstaff to Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between Flagstaff to Merced is 634 miles. It takes approximately 10h 47m to drive from Flagstaff to Merced.

Where can I stay near Merced?

There are 33+ hotels available in Merced.

Flagstaff to Merced - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 7 ways to get from Flagstaff to Merced by plane, bus, train, car, or shuttle

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

Fly from Flagstaff, bus
best
1. Fly from Flagstaff (FLG) to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)plane FLG - FAT
2. Take the bus from Fresno to Mercedbus
7h 14m
$106–498
Bus
1. Take the bus from Flagstaff University North to Phoenix Denny's Deer Valleybus Flagstaff
2. Take the bus from Phoenix, AZ to Mercedbus Nogales
16h 28m
$128–209
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Flagstaff to Los Angelestrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Merced Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0810 / ...
18h 42m
$201–423
Drive 630 mi
1. Drive from Flagstaff to Mercedcar 630 mi
10h 47m
$115–167
Shuttle to Phoenix, fly, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Flagstaff Amtrak to Sky Harbor International Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)plane PHX - FAT
3. Take the bus from Fresno to Mercedbus
8h 9m
$264–633
Train, bus via Delano
1. Take the train from Flagstaff to Los Angelestrain
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Delano Bus Stopbus
3. Take the bus from Delano - Juanita's Travel to Mercedbus 1
19h 6m
$213–433
Bus via Bakersfield
1. Take the bus from Flagstaff Amtrak Station to Phoenix Denny's Deer Valleybus
2. Take the bus from Phoenix to Bakersfieldbus
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Mercedbus
22h 1m
$131–215

Flagstaff to Merced by bus

6Weekly Buses

16h 28mAverage Duration

$128Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Flagstaff to Merced.

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Distance: 533.8 mi
Duration: 7h 14m

What companies run services between Flagstaff, AZ, USA and Merced, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Flagstaff University North to Merced via Phoenix Denny's Deer Valley, 27th Av & Deer Valley Rd, 27th Av & McDowell Rd, and Phoenix, AZ in around 16h 28m.

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