What is the cheapest way to get from Merced to Arroyo Grande?

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Arroyo Grande is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 4h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merced to Arroyo Grande?

The fastest way to get from Merced to Arroyo Grande is to drive which takes 4h 6m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Arroyo Grande?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Arroyo Grande. However, there are services departing from Merced Bus Stop and arriving at Grand @ AM PM via Los Angeles Union Station and Cypress & Nicholson. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 13m.

How far is it from Merced to Arroyo Grande?

The distance between Merced and Arroyo Grande is 396 miles. The road distance is 194.3 miles.

How do I travel from Merced to Arroyo Grande without a car?

The best way to get from Merced to Arroyo Grande without a car is to bus and train via Stockton which takes 11h 24m and costs $110 - $440.

How long does it take to get from Merced to Arroyo Grande?

It takes approximately 11h 24m to get from Merced to Arroyo Grande, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Arroyo Grande bus from?

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

Where does the Merced to Arroyo Grande bus arrive?

Merced to Arroyo Grande bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Can I drive from Merced to Arroyo Grande?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Arroyo Grande is 194 miles. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Merced to Arroyo Grande.

Where can I stay near Arroyo Grande?

There are 245+ hotels available in Arroyo Grande.

Merced to Arroyo Grande - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 5 ways to get from Merced to Arroyo Grande by bus, train, car, shuttle, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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

Bus, train via Stockton
best
1. Take the bus from Merced to Stocktonbus
2. Take the train from Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station to San Jose Stationtrain
3. Take the train from San Jose to San Luis Obispotrain
11h 24m
$113–440
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merced Transpo to Pacheco @ Targetbus Lb
2. Take the bus from Los Baños to Gilroybus
3. Take the bus from Monterey / Gilroy Train Station to Salinas Intermodal Transit Centerbus 59
4. Take the train from Salinas to Paso Robles Amtrak Stationtrain
5. Take the bus from North County Transit Center to Government Centerbus 9S
11h 43m
$32–210
Drive 193.1 mi
1. Drive from Merced to Arroyo Grandecar 193.1 mi
4h 6m
$36–51
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Merced Transpo to Pacheco @ Targetbus Lb
2. Take the bus from Los Baños to Gilroybus
3. Take a shuttle bus from Gilroy to Santa Mariashuttle
9h 38m
$46–84
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US0810
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa Mariabus FlixBus 2005
12h 13m
$74–172

Merced to Arroyo Grande by bus, foot, and train

7Weekly Services

11h 43mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Merced to Arroyo Grande.

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Distance: 393.6 mi
Duration: 11h 24m

What companies run services between Merced, CA, USA and Arroyo Grande, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Merced Bus Stop to Grand @ AM PM via Los Angeles Union Station, Santa Maria, and Cypress & Nicholson in around 12h 13m.

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