What is the cheapest way to get from Merced to Lake Elsinore?

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Lake Elsinore is to bus and train via Bakersfield which costs $40 - $80 and takes 11h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merced to Lake Elsinore?

The fastest way to get from Merced to Lake Elsinore is to drive which takes 5h 42m and costs $60 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Lake Elsinore?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Lake Elsinore. However, there are services departing from Merced Bus Stop and arriving at Hwy 74 + Cambern via Bakersfield, Vine St. Mobility Hub and Perris Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 49m.

How far is it from Merced to Lake Elsinore?

The distance between Merced and Lake Elsinore is 373 miles. The road distance is 341.8 miles.

How do I travel from Merced to Lake Elsinore without a car?

The best way to get from Merced to Lake Elsinore without a car is to bus and train which takes 10h 31m and costs $55 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Merced to Lake Elsinore?

It takes approximately 10h 31m to get from Merced to Lake Elsinore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Lake Elsinore bus from?

Merced to Lake Elsinore bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Merced Bus Stop station.

Where does the Merced to Lake Elsinore bus arrive?

Merced to Lake Elsinore bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Bakersfield Train Station.

Can I drive from Merced to Lake Elsinore?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Lake Elsinore is 342 miles. It takes approximately 5h 42m to drive from Merced to Lake Elsinore.

Where can I stay near Lake Elsinore?

There are 63+ hotels available in Lake Elsinore.

Merced to Lake Elsinore - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and taxi

There are 9 ways to get from Merced to Lake Elsinore by bus, train, car, plane, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), or taxi

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
best
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US0810 / ...
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Perris - Downtowntrain 91-PV Line
10h 31m
$57–103
Bus, train via Bakersfield
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merced to Bakersfieldbus
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San Fernandobus
3. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Perris - Downtowntrain
11h 11m
$43–78
Drive 339.8 mi
1. Drive from Merced to Lake Elsinorecar 339.8 mi
5h 42m
$62–90
Fly Merced Municipal Airport to Jack Northrop Field/Hawthorne Municipal Airport, train
1. Fly from Merced Municipal Airport (MCE) to Jack Northrop Field/Hawthorne Municipal Airport (HHR)plane MCE - HHR
2. Take the train from Norwalk / Santa Fe Springs to Perris - Downtowntrain
7h 35m
$96–119
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Bakersfield Train Stationbus Greyhound US0810 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Riversidebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
10h 49m
$74–136
Bus, train via Bakersfield #2
1. Take the bus from Merced to Bakersfield, CAbus
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to 285 S East End Ave - Pomonabus
3. Take the train from Pomona - Downtown to Riverside - Downtowntrain
13h 9m
$96–160
Fly Merced Municipal Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, train
1. Fly from Merced Municipal Airport (MCE) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane MCE - LAX
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Perris - Downtowntrain
7h 42m
$50–129
Bus, train to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, fly to John Wayne Airport Orange County, taxi
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Stocktonbus
2. Take the train from Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station to Santa Clara Stationtrain
3. Fly from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane SJC - SNA
4. Take the taxi from Santa-Ana-Airport-SNA to Lake Elsinoretaxi
8h 46m
$288–759
Bus to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, fly to Los Angeles International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Merced to Fresnobus
2. Fly from Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane FAT - LAX
3. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Perris - Downtowntrain
9h 19m
$56–301

Merced to Lake Elsinore by bus and train

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10h 31mAverage Duration

$57Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Merced to Lake Elsinore.

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Distance: 370.4 mi
Duration: 10h 31m

What companies run services between Merced, CA, USA and Lake Elsinore, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Merced Bus Stop to Hwy 74 + Cambern via Bakersfield Train Station, Bakersfield, Riverside, Vine St. Mobility Hub, and Perris Transit Center in around 10h 49m.

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