What is the cheapest way to get from Merced to Carson City?

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Carson City is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 4h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merced to Carson City?

The fastest way to get from Merced to Carson City is to drive which takes 4h 17m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Carson City?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Carson City. However, there are services departing from Merced and arriving at Washington Street and W Plaza Street via Sacramento Bus Station and RTC 4th STREET STATION Bay R 4SS. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 36m.

How far is it from Merced to Carson City?

The distance between Merced and Carson City is 282 miles. The road distance is 181.6 miles.

How do I travel from Merced to Carson City without a car?

The best way to get from Merced to Carson City without a car is to bus which takes 7h 36m and costs $40 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Merced to Carson City?

It takes approximately 7h 36m to get from Merced to Carson City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Carson City bus from?

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

Where does the Merced to Carson City bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merced to Carson City?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Carson City is 182 miles. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Merced to Carson City.

Where can I stay near Carson City?

There are 400+ hotels available in Carson City.

Merced to Carson City - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Merced to Carson City by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), bus, train, or car

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 Reno Amtrak
3. Take the bus from RTC 4th STREET STATION Bay R 4SS to Washington Street and W Plaza Street
7h 36m
$43–99
Drive 180.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merced to Carson City180.5 mi
4h 17m
$33–48
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Merced to Sacramento Bus Station
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Reno
3. Take the bus from RTC 4th STREET STATION Bay R 4SS to Washington Street and W Plaza Street
11h 3m
$75–152
Bus, train via S Stewart Street at Supreme Court
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Sacramento Bus Station
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Reno
3. Take the bus from RTC 4th STREET STATION Bay R 4SS to S Stewart Street at Supreme Court
11h 35m
$76–155

Merced to Carson City by bus

7Weekly Buses

7h 36mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 280.7 mi
Duration: 7h 36m

What companies run services between Merced, CA, USA and Carson City, NV, USA?

You can take a bus from Merced to Washington Street and W Plaza Street via Sacramento Bus Station, Reno Amtrak, and RTC 4th STREET STATION Bay R 4SS in around 7h 36m.

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