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

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Calistoga is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merced to Calistoga is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs $30 - $45.

How far is it from Merced to Calistoga?

The distance between Merced and Calistoga is 213 miles. The road distance is 165.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merced to Calistoga without a car is to bus which takes 7h 54m and costs $30 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 7h 54m to get from Merced to Calistoga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Calistoga bus from?

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

Where does the Merced to Calistoga bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merced to Calistoga?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Calistoga is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Merced to Calistoga.

Where can I stay near Calistoga?

There are 170+ hotels available in Calistoga.

Merced to Calistoga - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and BART

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

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Calistoga. However, there are services departing from Merced and arriving at Calistoga Lincoln Bridge North via Sacramento Bus Station, Suisun City Train Depot and Soscol Gateway Transit Ctr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 54m.

There are 4 ways to get from Merced to Calistoga by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, bus, 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
best
1. Take the bus from Merced to Sacramento Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Suisun City Bus Stop
3. Take the bus from Soscol Gateway Transit Ctr to Calistoga Lincoln Bridge North10
7h 54m
$33–56
Drive 164.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merced to Calistoga164.5 mi
3h 15m
$30–44
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Sacramento Bus Station
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Suisun-Fairfield
3. Take the bus from Soscol Gateway Transit Ctr to Calistoga Lincoln Bridge North10
8h 53m
$39–52
Bus, BART
1. Take the bus from Merced Transpo to Pacheco @ TargetLb
2. Take the bus from Los Baños to San Jose - King Rd
3. Take the subway from Milpitas to El Cerrito Del Norte
4. Take the bus from El Cerrito Del Norte Station to Redwood Park n Ride29
5. Take the bus from Redwood Park n Ride to Calistoga Lincoln Bridge North10
9h 56m
$36–73

Merced to Calistoga by bus

7Weekly Buses

7h 54mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 211.9 mi
Duration: 7h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Merced to Calistoga Lincoln Bridge North via Sacramento Bus Station, Suisun City Train Depot, and Soscol Gateway Transit Ctr in around 7h 54m.

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