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

The cheapest way to get from Flagstaff to Merced is to train and bus via San Fernando which costs $90 - $150 and takes 17h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Flagstaff to Merced is to shuttle and fly and bus which takes 8h 29m and costs $310 - $1,000.

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 University North and arriving at Merced via 29th Av & Bell Rd and Phoenix, AZ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 50m.

How far is it from Flagstaff to Merced?

The distance between Flagstaff and Merced is 536 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 15h 50m and costs $120 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 8h 43m 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 Greyhound USA, depart from Flagstaff Bus Station.

Where does the Flagstaff to Merced bus arrive?

Flagstaff to Merced bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

What is the time difference between Flagstaff and Merced?

Merced is 1h behind Flagstaff. It is currently 6:06 AM in Flagstaff and 5:06 AM in Merced.

Can I drive from Flagstaff to Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between Flagstaff to Merced is 634 miles. It takes approximately 10h 42m to drive from Flagstaff to Merced.

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

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

Where can I stay near Merced?

There are 34+ hotels available in Merced.

Flagstaff to Merced - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 9 ways to get from Flagstaff to Merced by plane, bus, train, car, shuttle, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Fly Flagstaff to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Flagstaff (FLG) to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)FLG - FAT
2. Take the bus from Fresno Bus Station to Merced Bus Stop
8h 43m
$126–763
Train, bus via San Fernando
cheapest
1. Take the train from Flagstaff to Los AngelesSouthwest Chief
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles - Pacoima to MercedNogales
17h 14m
$91–150
Bus
1. Take the bus from University North to Denny's RestaurantGroome Transportation
2. Take the bus from Phoenix, AZ to MercedNogales
15h 50m
$121–205
Drive 630 mi
1. Drive from Flagstaff to Merced630 mi
10h 42m
$115–167
Shuttle to Phoenix, fly to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Flagstaff Amtrak to Sky Harbor International Airport
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)PHX - FAT
3. Take the bus from Fresno Bus Station to Merced Bus Stop
8h 29m
$316–962
Train, bus to Harry Reid International Airport, fly to Merced Municipal Airport
1. Take the train from Flagstaff to Kingman
2. Take the bus from Kingman to Mccarran International Airport Amtrak Bus Stop
3. Fly from Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) to Merced Municipal Airport (MCE)LAS - MCE
10h 42m
Fly Flagstaff to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Flagstaff (FLG) to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC)FLG - SJC
2. Take the bus from BART Dublin Station to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi
3. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Merced Bus Stop
11h 29m
$115–553
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Flagstaff to Los AngelesSouthwest Chief
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to MercedFlixBus 2007
18h 2m
$102–200
Bus via Los Angeles (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Flagstaff Bus Station to Los Angeles Union StationGreyhound US1210
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Merced Bus StopGreyhound US0810
18h 20m
$114–267

Flagstaff to Merced by train, foot, and bus

6Weekly Services

17h 14mAverage Duration

$91Cheapest Price

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Distance: 532.4 mi
Duration: 8h 43m

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

You can take a bus from University North to Merced via Denny's Restaurant, 29th Av & Bell Rd, 27th Av & McDowell Rd, and Phoenix, AZ in around 15h 50m.

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