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

The cheapest way to get from Lompoc to Merced is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 5h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lompoc to Merced is to drive which takes 5h 3m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Lompoc and Merced?

No, there is no direct bus from Lompoc to Merced. However, there are services departing from Lompoc and arriving at Merced via Santa Felicia & Marketplace, Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop and Bakersfield Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 42m.

How far is it from Lompoc to Merced?

The distance between Lompoc and Merced is 387 miles. The road distance is 231.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lompoc to Merced without a car is to bus which takes 10h 42m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 10h 42m to get from Lompoc to Merced, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lompoc to Merced bus from?

Lompoc to Merced bus services, operated by Clean Air Express, depart from Lompoc station.

Where does the Lompoc to Merced bus arrive?

Lompoc to Merced bus services, operated by Clean Air Express, arrive at Hollister at Pacific Oaks station.

Can I drive from Lompoc to Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between Lompoc to Merced is 231 miles. It takes approximately 5h 3m to drive from Lompoc to Merced.

Where can I stay near Merced?

There are 30+ hotels available in Merced.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Lompoc to Merced by bus (Amtrak, Flixbus), taxi, train, bus, car, or bus (Amtrak, Greyhound)

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 Lompoc to Hollister at Pacific Oaks
2. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Bakersfield
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Merced
10h 42m
Drive 230.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lompoc to Merced230.1 mi
5h 3m
$42–61
Taxi, train, bus
1. Take the taxi from Lompoc to Guadalupe Amtrak Station
2. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Salinas
3. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 3 to Monterey / Gilroy Train Station59
4. Take the bus from Gilroy to Los Baños
5. Take the bus from Pacheco @ Target to TranspoLb
11h 31m
$146–253
Bus via Merced Bus Stop
1. Take the bus from Lompoc to Hollister at Pacific Oaks
2. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Bakersfield
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Merced Bus Stop
10h 47m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 384.6 mi
Duration: 10h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Lompoc to Merced via Hollister at Pacific Oaks, Santa Felicia & Marketplace, Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop, Bakersfield, and Bakersfield Train Station in around 10h 42m.

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