What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Tahoe to Merced?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Tahoe to Merced is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 4h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Tahoe to Merced?

The fastest way to get from Lake Tahoe to Merced is to drive which takes 4h 36m and costs $35 - $55.

How far is it from Lake Tahoe to Merced?

The distance between Lake Tahoe and Merced is 285 miles. The road distance is 196.2 miles.

How do I travel from Lake Tahoe to Merced without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Tahoe to Merced without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 7h 21m and costs $160 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Lake Tahoe to Merced?

It takes approximately 7h 21m to get from Lake Tahoe to Merced, including transfers.

Can I drive from Lake Tahoe to Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Tahoe to Merced is 196 miles. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Lake Tahoe to Merced.

Where can I stay near Merced?

There are 32+ hotels available in Merced.

Lake Tahoe to Merced - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lake Tahoe to Merced by taxi, 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.

Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Hwy 28 at Tunnel Creek to Reno Amtrak
2. Take the bus from Reno Amtrak to Sacramento Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Merced
7h 21m
$161–248
Drive 195.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sand Harbor to Merced195.1 mi
4h 36m
$36–52
Taxi, train, bus
1. Take the taxi from Hwy 28 at Tunnel Creek to Reno
2. Take the train from Reno to Sacramento
3. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Merced
11h 28m
$194–301
Taxi, train, bus via Hwy 28 at Raley's Shopping Center
1. Take the taxi from Hwy 28 at Raley's Shopping Center to Reno
2. Take the train from Reno to Sacramento
3. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Merced Bus Stop
12h 37m
$187–303

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 283.1 mi
Duration: 7h 21m

What companies run services between Lake Tahoe, CA, USA and Merced, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Lake Tahoe to Merced. However, you can take the line 28 bus to Hwy 28 at Tunnel Creek, take the taxi to Reno Amtrak, take the bus to Sacramento Bus Station, then take the bus to Merced. Alternatively, you can take the line 28 bus to Hwy 28 at Tunnel Creek, take the taxi to Reno, take the train to Sacramento, walk to 8Th St & I St, take the line 11 bus to Richards Blvd & Sequoia Pacific Blvd, walk to Sacramento Bus Station, then take the bus to Merced.

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