What is the cheapest way to get from Merced to Grand Canyon?

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Grand Canyon is to drive which costs $120 - $180 and takes 11h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merced to Grand Canyon?

The fastest way to get from Merced to Grand Canyon is to bus and fly and shuttle which takes 9h 33m and costs $360 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Grand Canyon?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Grand Canyon. However, there are services departing from Merced and arriving at Grand Canyon Maswik Lodge via 27th Av & McDowell Rd, Phoenix Denny's Deer Valley and Flagstaff Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 57m.

How far is it from Merced to Grand Canyon?

The distance between Merced and Grand Canyon is 628 miles. The road distance is 660.7 miles.

How do I travel from Merced to Grand Canyon without a car?

The best way to get from Merced to Grand Canyon without a car is to bus and shuttle which takes 17h 3m and costs $200 - $300.

How long does it take to get from Merced to Grand Canyon?

It takes approximately 9h 58m to get from Merced to Grand Canyon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Grand Canyon bus from?

Merced to Grand Canyon bus services, operated by Tufesa Mexico, depart from Merced station.

Where does the Merced to Grand Canyon bus arrive?

Merced to Grand Canyon bus services, operated by Tufesa Mexico, arrive at Phoenix station.

Can I drive from Merced to Grand Canyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Grand Canyon is 661 miles. It takes approximately 11h 24m to drive from Merced to Grand Canyon.

Where can I stay near Grand Canyon?

There are eight+ hotels available in Grand Canyon.

Merced to Grand Canyon - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and shuttle

There are 9 ways to get from Merced to Grand Canyon by bus, plane, shuttle, 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 to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, fly to Flagstaff, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Merced to Fresnobus
2. Fly from Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) to Flagstaff (FLG)plane FAT - FLG
3. Take the bus from Flagstaff Pulliam Airport to Grand Canyon Maswik Lodgebus
9h 58m
$127–504
Drive 656.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merced to Grand Canyoncar 656.9 mi
11h 24m
$120–174
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Bakersfield Train Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to South Strip Transit Terminalbus
3. Take a shuttle bus from Treasure Island Hotel and Casino to GC Village Bright Angel Lodgeshuttle
17h 3m
$209–292
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Flagstafftrain
3. Take the bus from Flagstaff Amtrak Station to Grand Canyon Maswik Lodgebus
21h 7m
$227–465
Fly Merced Municipal Airport to Harry Reid International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Merced Municipal Airport (MCE) to Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)plane MCE - LAS
2. Take a shuttle bus from Treasure Island Hotel and Casino to GC Village Bright Angel Lodgeshuttle
10h 2m
$162–199
Bus to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, fly to Phoenix, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Merced to Fresnobus
2. Fly from Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) to Phoenix (PHX)plane FAT - PHX
3. Take a shuttle bus from Sky Harbor International Airport to Grand Canyon Villageshuttle
9h 33m
$360–767
Bus to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, fly to Harry Reid International Airport, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Merced to Fresnobus
2. Fly from Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) to Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)plane FAT - LAS
3. Take a shuttle bus from Treasure Island Hotel and Casino to GC Village Bright Angel Lodgeshuttle
11h 43m
$148–400
Bus to Stockton Metropolitan Airport, fly to Harry Reid International Airport, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Merced to Stocktonbus
2. Fly from Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK) to Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)plane SCK - LAS
3. Take a shuttle bus from Treasure Island Hotel and Casino to GC Village Bright Angel Lodgeshuttle
11h
$165–411
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merced to Phoenixbus
2. Take the bus from Phoenix Denny's Deer Valley to Flagstaff Amtrak Stationbus Phx
3. Take the bus from Flagstaff Amtrak Station to Grand Canyon Maswik Lodgebus
21h 57m
$222–322

Merced to Grand Canyon by bus, foot, and train

7Weekly Services

21h 7mAverage Duration

$227Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Merced to Grand Canyon.

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Distance: 623.9 mi
Duration: 9h 58m

What companies run services between Merced, CA, USA and Grand Canyon, AZ, USA?

You can take a bus from Merced to Grand Canyon Maswik Lodge via Phoenix, 27th Av & McDowell Rd, Deer Valley Rd & 27th Av, Phoenix Denny's Deer Valley, and Flagstaff Amtrak Station in around 21h 57m.

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