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

The cheapest way to get from Fontana to Merced is to train and bus via San Fernando which costs $35 - $65 and takes 7h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fontana to Merced is to drive which takes 5h 20m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Fontana and Merced?

No, there is no direct bus from Fontana to Merced. However, there are services departing from Fontana Metrolink Transit Center and arriving at Merced via Huntington Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

How far is it from Fontana to Merced?

The distance between Fontana and Merced is 343 miles. The road distance is 320.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fontana to Merced without a car is to bus which takes 7h 27m and costs $70 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 7h 27m to get from Fontana to Merced, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fontana to Merced bus from?

Fontana to Merced bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, depart from Fontana Metrolink Transit Center station.

Where does the Fontana to Merced bus arrive?

Fontana to Merced bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, arrive at 2474 E Florence Ave - Huntington Park station.

Can I drive from Fontana to Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between Fontana to Merced is 320 miles. It takes approximately 5h 20m to drive from Fontana to Merced.

Where can I stay near Merced?

There are 37+ hotels available in Merced.

Fontana to Merced - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Fontana to Merced by bus, car, train, or plane

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 Fontana Metrolink Transit Center to 2474 E Florence Ave - Huntington Parkbus El Paso
2. Take the bus from Huntington Park to Mercedbus Nogales
7h 27m
$73–99
Train, bus via San Fernando
cheapest
1. Take the train from Fontana to L.A. Union Stationtrain SB Line
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles - Pacoima to Mercedbus Nogales
7h 59m
$39–63
Drive 318.5 mi
1. Drive from Fontana to Mercedcar 318.5 mi
5h 20m
$59–84
Train to Jack Northrop Field/Hawthorne Municipal Airport, fly to Merced Municipal Airport
1. Take the train from Fontana to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Jack Northrop Field/Hawthorne Municipal Airport (HHR) to Merced Municipal Airport (MCE)plane HHR - MCE
6h
$70–192
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Fontana to L.A. Union Stationtrain SB Line
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Merced Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0810
8h 46m
$54–98
Train, bus via Bakersfield
1. Take the train from Fontana to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles - Pacoima to Bakersfield, CAbus
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Mercedbus
9h 7m
$91–148
Bus via Bakersfield
1. Take the bus from Fontana Metrolink Transit Center to 612 Wall St - Los Angelesbus
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Bakersfieldbus
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Mercedbus
12h 10m
$73–115
Fly Ontario International Airport to Sacramento International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)plane ONT - SMF
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Merced Bus Stopbus
8h 26m
$124–704
Fly Ontario International Airport to Oakland International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane ONT - OAK
2. Take the bus from BART Dublin Station to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exibus
3. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Merced Bus Stopbus
8h
$95–575
Train to Los Angeles International Airport, fly to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Fontana to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)plane LAX - FAT
3. Take the bus from Fresno Bus Station to Merced Bus Stopbus
7h 59m
$66–365

Fontana to Merced by bus

6Weekly Buses

7h 27mAverage Duration

$73Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Fontana to Merced.

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Distance: 340.9 mi
Duration: 7h 27m

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

You can take a bus from Fontana Metrolink Transit Center to Merced via 2474 E Florence Ave - Huntington Park and Huntington Park in around 7h 27m.

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