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

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Capitola is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merced to Capitola is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Capitola?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Capitola. However, there are services departing from Merced Bus Stop and arriving at 41st Ave & Clares via Stockton, Diridon Station and Front & Soquel Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

How far is it from Merced to Capitola?

The distance between Merced and Capitola is 120 miles. The road distance is 115 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merced to Capitola without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 4h 2m and costs $100 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Merced to Capitola, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Capitola bus from?

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

Where does the Merced to Capitola bus arrive?

Merced to Capitola bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Stockton station.

Can I drive from Merced to Capitola?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Capitola is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Merced to Capitola.

Where can I stay near Capitola?

There are 154+ hotels available in Capitola.

Merced to Capitola - 5 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Merced to Capitola by bus, taxi, car, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), or bus (Amtrak)

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 taxi from Gilroy to Capitolataxi
4h 2m
$106–151
Bus #2
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 Gilroy Transit Center to San Jose Diridonbus 68
4. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
7h 1m
$18–48
Drive 114.3 mi
1. Drive from Merced to Capitolacar 114.3 mi
2h 14m
$21–31
Bus via Stockton
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Stocktonbus
2. Take the bus from Stockton to San Josebus
3. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
6h 23m
$43–82
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merced Transpo to Pacheco @ Targetbus Lb
2. Take the bus from Los Baños to San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephantbus
3. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
6h 34m
$22–51

Merced to Capitola by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

6h 23mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Merced to Capitola.

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Distance: 119.6 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Merced Bus Stop to 41st Ave & Clares via Stockton, Stockton, San Jose, Diridon Station, Soquel Ave & Front, and Front & Soquel Ave in around 6h 23m.

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