What is the cheapest way to get from Los Gatos to Merced?

The cheapest way to get from Los Gatos to Merced is to line 27 bus and line 68 bus and bus which costs $8 - $27 and takes 6h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Los Gatos to Merced?

The fastest way to get from Los Gatos to Merced is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Los Gatos and Merced?

No, there is no direct bus from Los Gatos to Merced. However, there are services departing from Los Gatos & Fillmer and arriving at Transpo via Good Samaritan Hospital, San Jose Fronteras and Pacheco @ Target. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Los Gatos to Merced?

The distance between Los Gatos and Merced is 132 miles. The road distance is 117.9 miles.

How do I travel from Los Gatos to Merced without a car?

The best way to get from Los Gatos to Merced without a car is to bus via King & Virginia which takes 6h 12m and costs $16 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Los Gatos to Merced?

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Los Gatos to Merced, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Los Gatos to Merced bus from?

Los Gatos to Merced bus services, operated by Tufesa, depart from San Jose Fronteras station.

Where does the Los Gatos to Merced bus arrive?

Los Gatos to Merced bus services, operated by Tufesa, arrive at Los Baños station.

Can I drive from Los Gatos to Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between Los Gatos to Merced is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Los Gatos to Merced.

Where can I stay near Merced?

There are 28+ hotels available in Merced.

Los Gatos to Merced - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and line 27 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Los Gatos to Merced by bus, car, or train

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

Bus via King & Virginia
best
1. Take the bus from San Jose - King Rd to Los Bañosbus San Jose
2. Take the bus from Pacheco @ Target to Transpobus Lb
6h 12m
$16–38
Line 27 bus, line 68 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Los Gatos & Fillmer to Santa Teresa Stationbus 27
2. Take the bus from Santa Teresa Station to Gilroy Transit Centerbus 68
3. Take the bus from Gilroy to Los Bañosbus
4. Take the bus from Pacheco @ Target to Transpobus Lb
6h 18m
$8–27
Drive 117.2 mi
1. Drive from Los Gatos to Mercedcar 117.2 mi
2h 13m
$22–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Jose Fronteras to Los Bañosbus San Jose
2. Take the bus from Pacheco @ Target to Transpobus Lb
6h 15m
$34–68
Caltrain, bus
1. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound to Gilroy Caltrain Southboundtrain
2. Take the bus from Gilroy to Los Bañosbus
3. Take the bus from Pacheco @ Target to Transpobus Lb
6h 43m
$18–39

Los Gatos to Merced by bus, tram, and foot

25Weekly Services

6h 12mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Los Gatos to Merced.

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Distance: 131.1 mi
Duration: 6h 12m

What companies run services between Los Gatos, CA, USA and Merced, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Los Gatos-Saratoga & University to Transpo via Winchester Station, Winchester Station, Santa Clara Station, Santa Clara & 1st, King & Virginia, San Jose - King Rd, Los Baños, and Pacheco @ Target in around 6h 12m.

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