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

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Bishop is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 4h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merced to Bishop is to drive which takes 4h 39m and costs $35 - $55.

How far is it from Merced to Bishop?

The distance between Merced and Bishop is 235 miles. The road distance is 205.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merced to Bishop without a car is to bus which takes 9h 22m and costs $65 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 9h 22m to get from Merced to Bishop, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Bishop bus from?

Merced to Bishop bus services, operated by Yosemite Area Regional Transportation, depart from Merced Amtrak station.

Where does the Merced to Bishop bus arrive?

Merced to Bishop bus services, operated by Yosemite Area Regional Transportation, arrive at Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage station.

Can I drive from Merced to Bishop?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Bishop is 206 miles. It takes approximately 4h 39m to drive from Merced to Bishop.

Where can I stay near Bishop?

There are 23+ hotels available in Bishop.

Merced to Bishop - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, BART, and plane

Q: Is there a direct bus between Merced and Bishop?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Bishop. However, there are services departing from Merced Amtrak and arriving at Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Street via Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage and Tavern Rd / Old Mammoth Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 22m.

There are 3 ways to get from Merced to Bishop by bus, car, subway, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Merced Amtrak to Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage
2. Take the bus from Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage to Mammoth Lakes Park & Ride
3. Take the bus from Tavern Rd / Old Mammoth Rd to Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main StreetMmx
9h 22m
$65–70
Drive 204.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merced to Bishop204.4 mi
4h 39m
$38–54
Bus, BART, fly
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Modesto Bus Stop
2. Take the bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to BART Dublin Station
3. Take the subway from Dublin / Pleasanton to Daly City
4. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Bishop Airport (BIH)SFO - BIH
7h 20m
$77–304

Merced to Bishop by bus

14Weekly Buses

9h 22mAverage Duration

$65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 233.7 mi
Duration: 9h 22m

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

You can take a bus from Merced Amtrak to Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Street via Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage and Tavern Rd / Old Mammoth Rd in around 9h 22m.

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