What is the cheapest way to get from Merced to Carmel Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Carmel Valley is to drive which costs $65 - $100 and takes 6h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merced to Carmel Valley?

The fastest way to get from Merced to Carmel Valley is to bus and fly and tram which takes 6h and costs $150 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Carmel Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Carmel Valley. However, there are services departing from Merced and arriving at San Diego via Huntington Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 8m.

How far is it from Merced to Carmel Valley?

The distance between Merced and Carmel Valley is 404 miles. The road distance is 379.3 miles.

How do I travel from Merced to Carmel Valley without a car?

The best way to get from Merced to Carmel Valley without a car is to bus which takes 9h 8m and costs $80 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Merced to Carmel Valley?

It takes approximately 9h 8m to get from Merced to Carmel Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Carmel Valley bus from?

Merced to Carmel Valley bus services, operated by Tufesa, depart from Merced station.

Where does the Merced to Carmel Valley bus arrive?

Merced to Carmel Valley bus services, operated by Tufesa, arrive at Huntington Park station.

Can I drive from Merced to Carmel Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Carmel Valley is 379 miles. It takes approximately 6h 23m to drive from Merced to Carmel Valley.

Where can I stay near Carmel Valley?

There are 303+ hotels available in Carmel Valley.

Merced to Carmel Valley - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and tram

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Merced to Carmel Valley

Rome2Rio compared 9 ways to get from Merced to Carmel Valley. The best route is Bus, a distance of 568.104 km.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Merced to Huntington Parkbus Stockton
2. Take the bus from Huntington Park to San Diegobus FlixBus 2017 / ...
9h 8m
$82–116
Drive 377.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merced to Carmel Valleycar 377.1 mi
6h 23m
$69–100
Bus to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, fly to San Diego International Airport, tram
1. Take the bus from Merced to Fresnobus
2. Fly from Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane FAT - SAN
3. Take the tram from Santa Fe Depot to UCSD Health La Jolla Stationtram
6h
$152–491
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Merced to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2007
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
9h 56m
$101–172
Bus, train via Bakersfield
1. Take the bus from Merced to Bakersfield Train Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain
10h 21m
$120–206
Bus, train via Bakersfield #2
1. Take the bus from Merced to Bakersfieldbus
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San Fernandobus
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain
10h 39m
$100–176
Bus, train via Oceanside
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US0810 / ...
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Oceansidetrain OC Line
11h 15m
$74–121
Fly Merced Municipal Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Merced Municipal Airport (MCE) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane MCE - LAX
2. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to Sorrento Valley/Del Marbus
6h 12m
$136–300
Bus, bus to Oakland International Airport, fly to San Diego International Airport
1. Take the bus from Merced to Modestobus
2. Take the bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to BART Dublin Stationbus
3. Fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane OAK - SAN
7h 55m
$117–512

Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) flights

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1h 43mAverage Duration

$56Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Merced to Carmel Valley.

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Distance: 401.9 mi
Duration: 9h 8m

What companies run services between Merced, CA, USA and Carmel Valley, San Diego County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Merced to Carmel Valley via Huntington Park and San Diego in around 9h 8m.

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