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

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Aptos is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merced to Aptos is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Aptos?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Aptos. However, there are services departing from Merced Bus Stop and arriving at Soquel Dr & Trout Gulch Rd via Stockton, Diridon Station and Front & Soquel Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

How far is it from Merced to Aptos?

The distance between Merced and Aptos is 117 miles. The road distance is 111.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merced to Aptos without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 3h 59m and costs $100 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Merced to Aptos, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Aptos bus from?

Merced to Aptos bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Merced Bus Stop station.

Where does the Merced to Aptos bus arrive?

Merced to Aptos bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Stockton station.

Can I drive from Merced to Aptos?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Aptos is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Merced to Aptos.

Where can I stay near Aptos?

There are 154+ hotels available in Aptos.

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

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

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

Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Merced Transpo to Pacheco @ Targetbus Lb
2. Take the bus from Los Baños to Gilroybus
3. Take the taxi from Gilroy to Aptostaxi
3h 59m
$102–141
Drive 110.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merced to Aptoscar 110.9 mi
2h 10m
$21–30
Bus via Stockton
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Stocktonbus
2. Take the bus from Stockton to San Josebus
3. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
6h 39m
$43–82
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merced Transpo to Pacheco @ Targetbus Lb
2. Take the bus from Los Baños to San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephantbus
3. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
6h 57m
$22–52

Merced to Aptos by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

6h 39mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 116.2 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Merced Bus Stop to Soquel Dr & Trout Gulch Rd via Stockton, Stockton, San Jose, Diridon Station, Soquel Ave & Front, and Front & Soquel Ave in around 6h 39m.

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