What is the cheapest way to get from Grand Canyon to Merced?

The cheapest way to get from Grand Canyon to Merced is to drive which costs $120 - $180 and takes 11h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Grand Canyon to Merced?

The fastest way to get from Grand Canyon to Merced is to shuttle and fly which takes 9h 42m and costs $250 - $270.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Canyon and Merced?

No, there is no direct bus from Grand Canyon to Merced. However, there are services departing from Maswik Lodge and arriving at Merced via Flagstaff Amtrak, 29th Av & Bell Rd and Phoenix, AZ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h.

How far is it from Grand Canyon to Merced?

The distance between Grand Canyon and Merced is 596 miles. The road distance is 660 miles.

How do I travel from Grand Canyon to Merced without a car?

The best way to get from Grand Canyon to Merced without a car is to shuttle and bus which takes 17h 37m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Grand Canyon to Merced?

It takes approximately 9h 42m to get from Grand Canyon to Merced, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grand Canyon to Merced bus from?

Grand Canyon to Merced bus services, operated by Arizona Shuttle, depart from Maswik Lodge station.

Where does the Grand Canyon to Merced bus arrive?

Grand Canyon to Merced bus services, operated by Arizona Shuttle, arrive at Flagstaff Amtrak station.

What is the time difference between Grand Canyon and Merced?

Merced is 1h behind Grand Canyon. It is currently 4:05 PM in Grand Canyon and 3:05 PM in Merced.

Can I drive from Grand Canyon to Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Canyon to Merced is 660 miles. It takes approximately 11h 17m to drive from Grand Canyon to Merced.

Where can I stay near Merced?

There are 29+ hotels available in Merced.

Grand Canyon to Merced - 10 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, and bus

There are 10 ways to get from Grand Canyon to Merced by shuttle, plane, bus, train, or car

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

Shuttle to Harry Reid International Airport, fly to Merced Municipal Airport
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from GC Village Bright Angel Lodge to Treasure Island Hotel and Casino
2. Fly from Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) to Merced Municipal Airport (MCE)LAS - MCE
9h 42m
$252–269
Drive 656.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Grand Canyon to Merced656.2 mi
11h 17m
$120–173
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from GC Village Bright Angel Lodge to Treasure Island Hotel and Casino
2. Take the bus from South Strip Transit Terminal to Bakersfield
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Merced Bus Stop
17h 37m
Bus, train via San Fernando
1. Take the bus from Maswik Lodge to Flagstaff Amtrak
2. Take the train from Flagstaff to Los Angeles
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles - Pacoima to Merced
20h 14m
$131–276
Bus to Flagstaff, fly to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Maswik Lodge to Flagstaff Pulliam Airport
2. Fly from Flagstaff (FLG) to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)FLG - FAT
3. Take the bus from Fresno Bus Station to Merced Bus Stop
10h 12m
$165–751
Shuttle to Phoenix, fly to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Grand Canyon Village 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
10h 2m
$401–951
Shuttle to Harry Reid International Airport, fly to Stockton Metropolitan Airport, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from GC Village Bright Angel Lodge to Treasure Island Hotel and Casino
2. Fly from Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) to Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK)LAS - SCK
3. Take the bus from Stockton to Merced
11h 29m
$164–391
Shuttle to Harry Reid International Airport, fly to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from GC Village Bright Angel Lodge to Treasure Island Hotel and Casino
2. Fly from Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)LAS - FAT
3. Take the bus from Fresno Bus Station to Merced Bus Stop
11h 36m
$181–546
Bus
1. Take the bus from Maswik Lodge to Flagstaff Amtrak
2. Take the bus from Flagstaff Amtrak to Denny's Restaurant
3. Take the bus from Phoenix, AZ to Merced
19h
$164–293
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Maswik Lodge to Flagstaff Amtrak
2. Take the train from Flagstaff to Los Angeles
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Merced
21h 2m
$152–341

Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) to Merced Municipal Airport (MCE) flights

12Weekly Planes

1h 42mAverage Duration

$154Cheapest Price

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Distance: 593 mi
Duration: 9h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Maswik Lodge to Merced via Flagstaff Amtrak, Denny's Restaurant, 29th Av & Bell Rd, 27th Av & McDowell Rd, and Phoenix, AZ in around 19h.

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