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

The cheapest way to get from Lake Tahoe to Merced is to bus via Sacramento which costs $30 - $60 and takes 12h 27m.

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 38m and costs $35 - $55.

How far is it from Lake Tahoe to Merced?

The distance between Lake Tahoe and Merced is 279 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 bus via Sacramento which takes 12h 27m and costs $30 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 12h 27m to get from Lake Tahoe to Merced, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Tahoe to Merced bus from?

Lake Tahoe to Merced bus services, operated by El Dorado Transit, depart from South Lake Tahoe Wye station.

Where does the Lake Tahoe to Merced bus arrive?

Lake Tahoe to Merced bus services, operated by El Dorado Transit, arrive at Sacramento - Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Lake Tahoe to Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Tahoe to Merced is 196 miles. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Lake Tahoe to Merced.

Where can I stay near Merced?

There are 37+ hotels available in Merced.

Lake Tahoe to Merced - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Lake Tahoe and Merced?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Tahoe to Merced. However, there are services departing from Sand Harbor Visitors Center and arriving at Merced Bus Stop via Hwy 28 at Raley's Shopping Center, Kingsbury Transit Center, South Lake Tahoe Wye, 8Th St & K St and Sacramento Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 27m.

There are 3 ways to get from Lake Tahoe to Merced by bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Bus via Sacramento
best
1. Take the bus from South Lake Tahoe Wye to Sacramento - Amtrakbus Sac/SLT Connecting Bus
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Merced Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0810
12h 27m
$31–59
Drive 195.1 mi
1. Drive from Sand Harbor to Mercedcar 195.1 mi
4h 38m
$36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lakeshore Dr at Country Club Dr to Reno Tahoe International Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Reno - Tahoe International Airport to Tavern Rd / Old Mammoth Rdbus
3. Take the bus from Mammoth Lakes Park & Ride to Curry Villagebus
4. Take the bus from Curry Village to Merced Transpobus
16h 2m
$188–204

Lake Tahoe to Merced by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

12h 27mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Lake Tahoe to Merced.

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Distance: 277.7 mi
Duration: 12h 27m

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

You can take a bus from Sand Harbor Visitors Center to Merced Bus Stop via Hwy 28 at Raley's Shopping Center, Kingsbury Transit Center, South Lake Tahoe Wye, Sacramento - Amtrak, 8Th St & K St, Richards Blvd & Sequoia Pacific Blvd, and Sacramento Bus Station in around 12h 27m.

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