What is the cheapest way to get from Merced to Big Sur?

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Big Sur is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merced to Big Sur?

The fastest way to get from Merced to Big Sur is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs $26 - $40.

How far is it from Merced to Big Sur?

The distance between Merced and Big Sur is 164 miles. The road distance is 147.4 miles.

How do I travel from Merced to Big Sur without a car?

The best way to get from Merced to Big Sur without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 6h 14m and costs $140 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Merced to Big Sur?

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Merced to Big Sur, including transfers.

Can I drive from Merced to Big Sur?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Big Sur is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Merced to Big Sur.

Where can I stay near Big Sur?

There are 13+ hotels available in Big Sur.

Merced to Big Sur - 2 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Merced to Big Sur by bus, taxi, or car

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 bus from Monterey / Gilroy Train Station to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 3bus 59
4. Take the taxi from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 3 to Big Surtaxi
6h 14m
$148–196
Drive 146.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merced to Big Surcar 146.5 mi
2h 53m
$27–39

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Merced to Big Sur.

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Distance: 162.9 mi
Duration: 6h 14m

What companies run services between Merced, CA, USA and Big Sur, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Merced to Big Sur. However, you can take the bus to Pacheco @ Target, walk to Los Baños, take the bus to Gilroy, walk to Monterey / Gilroy Train Station, take the bus to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 3, then take the taxi to Big Sur. Alternatively, you can drive from Merced to Big Sur in around 2h 53m.

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