What is the cheapest way to get from Merced to Lone Pine?

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Lone Pine is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 5h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merced to Lone Pine?

The fastest way to get from Merced to Lone Pine is to drive which takes 5h 41m and costs $45 - $70.

How far is it from Merced to Lone Pine?

The distance between Merced and Lone Pine is 361 miles. The road distance is 263.6 miles.

How do I travel from Merced to Lone Pine without a car?

The best way to get from Merced to Lone Pine without a car is to bus via Mojave which takes 9h 55m and costs $55 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Merced to Lone Pine?

It takes approximately 9h 55m to get from Merced to Lone Pine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Lone Pine bus from?

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

Where does the Merced to Lone Pine bus arrive?

Merced to Lone Pine bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Bakersfield Train Station.

Can I drive from Merced to Lone Pine?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Lone Pine is 264 miles. It takes approximately 5h 41m to drive from Merced to Lone Pine.

Where can I stay near Lone Pine?

There are 17+ hotels available in Lone Pine.

Merced to Lone Pine - 4 ways to travel via bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Merced and Lone Pine?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Lone Pine. However, there are services departing from Merced and arriving at Lone Pine - McDonald's, 601 S. Main Street via Bakersfield Amtrak and Mojave - Carl's Jr., 44812 Sierra Highway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 55m.

There are 4 ways to get from Merced to Lone Pine by bus (Flixbus, Amtrak), car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus via Mojave
best
1. Take the bus from Merced to Bakersfield Train Station
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Amtrak to Carl's Jr. / Inyo St.100
3. Take the bus from Mojave - Carl's Jr., 44812 Sierra Highway to Lone Pine - McDonald's, 601 S. Main Street
9h 55m
$55–79
Drive 262 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merced to Lone Pine262 mi
5h 41m
$48–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merced Transpo to Curry Village
2. Take the bus from Curry Village to Mammoth Lakes Park & Ride
3. Take the bus from Tavern Rd / Old Mammoth Rd to Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main StreetMmx
4. Take the bus from Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Street to Lone Pine - McDonald's, 601 S. Main StreetLpx
11h 59m
$77–88
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Fresno Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Fresno Bus Station to Visalia Transit Station
3. Take the bus from Visalia Transit Center to Three Rivers Comfort Inn & Suites
4. Drive from Three Rivers Comfort Inn & Suites to Lone Pine
9h 59m
$61–95

Merced to Lone Pine by bus

6Weekly Buses

9h 55mAverage Duration

$55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 359.1 mi
Duration: 9h 55m

What companies run services between Merced, CA, USA and Lone Pine, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Merced to Lone Pine - McDonald's, 601 S. Main Street via Bakersfield Train Station, Bakersfield Amtrak, and Mojave - Carl's Jr., 44812 Sierra Highway in around 9h 55m.

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