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

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Grass Valley is to bus which costs $25 - $40 and takes 6h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merced to Grass Valley is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Grass Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Grass Valley. However, there are services departing from Merced and arriving at Tinloy St at Bank St via Richards Blvd & Sequoia Pacific Blvd, Sacramento and Nevada St at Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from Merced to Grass Valley?

The distance between Merced and Grass Valley is 184 miles. The road distance is 164.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merced to Grass Valley without a car is to bus which takes 6h 53m and costs $25 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 6h 53m to get from Merced to Grass Valley, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Merced to Grass Valley bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merced to Grass Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Grass Valley is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Merced to Grass Valley.

Where can I stay near Grass Valley?

There are 83+ hotels available in Grass Valley.

Merced to Grass Valley - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Merced to Grass Valley by bus (Flixbus, Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound)

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 to Auburn Amtrak
3. Take the bus from Nevada St at Amtrak Station to Tinloy St at Bank St5
6h 53m
$26–36
Drive 163.3 mi
1. Drive from Merced to Grass Valley163.3 mi
3h 2m
$30–43
Bus via Arden-Arcade
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Sacramento Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Light Rail - Watt I80 to Auburn Station10
3. Take the bus from Nevada St at Amtrak Station to Tinloy St at Bank St5
8h
$30–40

Merced to Grass Valley by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

6h 53mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 183.1 mi
Duration: 6h 53m

What companies run services between Merced, CA, USA and Grass Valley, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Merced to Tinloy St at Bank St via Sacramento Bus Station, Richards Blvd & Sequoia Pacific Blvd, 7Th St & H St, Sacramento, Auburn Amtrak, and Nevada St at Amtrak Station in around 6h 53m.

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