What is the cheapest way to get from Merced to Blue Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Blue Lake is to bus and train via Redding which costs $65 - $110 and takes 13h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merced to Blue Lake?

The fastest way to get from Merced to Blue Lake is to drive which takes 7h 26m and costs $70 - $110.

How far is it from Merced to Blue Lake?

The distance between Merced and Blue Lake is 415 miles. The road distance is 402.9 miles.

How do I travel from Merced to Blue Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Merced to Blue Lake without a car is to bus via Redding which takes 12h 49m and costs $65 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Merced to Blue Lake?

It takes approximately 12h 49m to get from Merced to Blue Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Blue Lake bus from?

Merced to Blue Lake bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Merced station.

Where does the Merced to Blue Lake bus arrive?

Merced to Blue Lake bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Can I drive from Merced to Blue Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Blue Lake is 403 miles. It takes approximately 7h 26m to drive from Merced to Blue Lake.

Where can I stay near Blue Lake?

There are 90+ hotels available in Blue Lake.

Merced to Blue Lake - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and BART

Q: Is there a direct bus between Merced and Blue Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Blue Lake. However, there are services departing from Merced and arriving at Greenwood Ave via Sacramento Bus Station, RABA Transit Center, Hwy 3 Mini Mart and Hwy 96 & Hwy 299 - Willow Creek. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 49m.

There are 9 ways to get from Merced to Blue Lake by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, bus, plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound, Amtrak), train, or subway

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

Bus via Redding
best
1. Take the bus from Merced to Sacramento Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Redding Bus Station
3. Take the bus from RABA Transit Center to Hwy 3 Mini Mart
4. Take the bus from Hwy 3 Mini Mart to Willow Creek @ Hwy 299 & 96
5. Take the bus from Hwy 96 & Hwy 299 - Willow Creek to Greenwood Ave
12h 49m
$65–121
Drive 400.5 mi
1. Drive from Merced to Blue Lake400.5 mi
7h 26m
$74–106
Bus to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, fly to Arcata-Eureka Airport
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Fresno Bus Station
2. Fly from Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) to Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV)FAT - ACV
9h 6m
$119–678
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merced to Sacramento Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Vallejo Transit Center
3. Take the bus from Vallejo to Arcata
13h 15m
Bus, train via Redding
1. Take the bus from Merced to Sacramento Bus Station
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Redding Amtrak
3. Take the bus from RABA Transit Center to Hwy 3 Mini Mart
4. Take the bus from Hwy 3 Mini Mart to Willow Creek @ Hwy 299 & 96
5. Take the bus from Hwy 96 & Hwy 299 - Willow Creek to Greenwood Ave
13h 43m
$65–109
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Sacramento Bus Station
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Martinez
3. Take the bus from Martinez to Arcata
14h 19m
Bus, train #2
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 train from Santa Clara Amtrak to Martinez
4. Take the bus from Martinez to Arcata
16h 44m
Bus, BART to San Francisco International Airport, fly to Arcata-Eureka Airport
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 Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV)SFO - ACV
9h 40m
$88–432
Bus, bus to Oakland International Airport, fly to Crescent City
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. Fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Crescent City (CEC)OAK - CEC
4. Take the bus from Cultural Center Transit Hub to Arcata Transit Center
10h 39m
$202–287

Merced to Blue Lake by bus

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12h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 412.6 mi
Duration: 12h 49m

What companies run services between Merced, CA, USA and Blue Lake, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Merced to Greenwood Ave via Sacramento Bus Station, RABA Transit Center, Hwy 3 Mini Mart, and Hwy 96 & Hwy 299 - Willow Creek in around 12h 49m.

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