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 and arriving at Soquel Dr & Trout Gulch Rd via Stockton, Diridon Station and Front & Soquel Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

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 58m and costs $100 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m 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 Flixbus USA, depart from Merced station.

Where does the Merced to Aptos bus arrive?

Merced to Aptos bus services, operated by Flixbus 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 153+ 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 (Flixbus, 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 @ TargetLb
2. Take the bus from Los Baños to Gilroy
3. Take the taxi from Gilroy to Aptos
3h 58m
$102–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merced Transpo to Pacheco @ TargetLb
2. Take the bus from Los Baños to San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant
3. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Front17
6h 55m
$16–43
Drive 110.9 mi
1. Drive from Merced to Aptos110.9 mi
2h 10m
$21–30
Bus via Stockton
1. Take the bus from Merced to Stockton
2. Take the bus from Stockton to San Jose
3. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Front17
6h 22m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 116.1 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Merced to Soquel Dr & Trout Gulch Rd via Stockton, Stockton, San Jose, Diridon Station, Soquel Ave & Front, and Front & Soquel Ave in around 6h 22m.

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