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

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Chico is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merced to Chico is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Chico?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Chico station. However, there are services departing from Merced and arriving at Chico Bus Station via Sacramento Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from Merced to Chico?

The distance between Merced and Chico is 207 miles. The road distance is 200.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merced to Chico without a car is to bus which takes 5h and costs $45 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Merced to Chico, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Chico bus from?

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

Where does the Merced to Chico bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merced to Chico?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Chico is 200 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Merced to Chico.

How do I get a bus ticket from Merced to Chico?

Book your Merced to Chico bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Chico?

There are 45+ hotels available in Chico.

Merced to Chico - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Merced to Chico by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), bus, train, or bus (Greyhound, 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
best
1. Take the bus from Merced to Sacramento Bus StationFlixBus 2007
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Chico Bus StationFlixBus N2111
5h
$45–107
Drive 199.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merced to Chico199.3 mi
3h 34m
$37–53
Bus via Merced Bus Stop
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Sacramento Bus StationGreyhound US0810
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Chico Bus StationFlixBus N2111
5h 30m
$46–117
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Merced to Sacramento Bus StationFlixBus 2007
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Chico AmtrakCoast Starlight
5h 51m
$43–70
Bus via Stockton
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to StocktonGreyhound US0810
2. Take the bus from Stockton to Chico AmtrakAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 9m
Bus, train via Merced Bus Stop
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Sacramento Bus StationGreyhound US0810
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Chico AmtrakCoast Starlight
6h 21m
$44–80

Merced to Chico by bus

7Weekly Buses

5hAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 205.9 mi
Duration: 5h

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

You can take a bus from Merced to Chico Bus Station via Sacramento Bus Station in around 5h.

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