What is the cheapest way to get from Merced to Half Moon Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Half Moon Bay is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merced to Half Moon Bay?

The fastest way to get from Merced to Half Moon Bay is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs $23 - $35.

How far is it from Merced to Half Moon Bay?

The distance between Merced and Half Moon Bay is 171 miles. The road distance is 131.5 miles.

How do I travel from Merced to Half Moon Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Merced to Half Moon Bay without a car is to bus and train via Manteca which takes 7h 20m and costs $45 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Merced to Half Moon Bay?

It takes approximately 7h 20m to get from Merced to Half Moon Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Half Moon Bay bus from?

Merced to Half Moon Bay bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Merced station.

Where does the Merced to Half Moon Bay bus arrive?

Merced to Half Moon Bay bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Can I drive from Merced to Half Moon Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Half Moon Bay is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Merced to Half Moon Bay.

Where can I stay near Half Moon Bay?

There are 359+ hotels available in Half Moon Bay.

Merced to Half Moon Bay - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Merced and Half Moon Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Half Moon Bay. However, there are services departing from Merced and arriving at Main St & Miramontes St via Sacramento Bus Station, Mission St & 1st St and Hillsdale Blvd & Edison St-Hillsdale Shopping Ctr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 31m.

There are 4 ways to get from Merced to Half Moon Bay by bus, train, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), 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, train via Manteca
best
1. Take the bus from Merced to Mantecabus 1
2. Take the train from Lathrop/Manteca Station to Santa Clara Stationtrain Ace
7h 20m
$48–67
Drive 130.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merced to Half Moon Baycar 130.7 mi
2h 28m
$24–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merced to Sacramento Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to San Francisco Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Mission St & 1st St to El Camino Real & Hillsdale Blvdbus 292 / ...
9h 31m
$33–58
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Merced to Stocktonbus FlixBus 2007
2. Take the train from Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station to Santa Clara Stationtrain Ace
7h 22m
$32–54

Merced to Half Moon Bay by bus

7Weekly Buses

9h 31mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Merced to Half Moon Bay.

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Distance: 170.2 mi
Duration: 7h 20m

What companies run services between Merced, CA, USA and Half Moon Bay, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Merced to Main St & Miramontes St via Sacramento Bus Station, Mission St & 1st St, El Camino Real & Hillsdale Blvd, and Hillsdale Blvd & Edison St-Hillsdale Shopping Ctr in around 9h 31m.

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