What is the cheapest way to get from Merced to Malibu?

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Malibu is to bus which costs $30 - $50 and takes 8h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merced to Malibu?

The fastest way to get from Merced to Malibu is to drive which takes 4h 51m and costs $50 - $75.

How far is it from Merced to Malibu?

The distance between Merced and Malibu is 292 miles. The road distance is 281.7 miles.

How do I travel from Merced to Malibu without a car?

The best way to get from Merced to Malibu without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 6h 1m and costs $120 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Merced to Malibu?

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Merced to Malibu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Malibu bus from?

Merced to Malibu bus services, operated by Tufesa, depart from Merced station.

Where does the Merced to Malibu bus arrive?

Merced to Malibu bus services, operated by Tufesa, arrive at Bakersfield, CA station.

Can I drive from Merced to Malibu?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Malibu is 282 miles. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from Merced to Malibu.

Where can I stay near Malibu?

There are 252+ hotels available in Malibu.

Merced to Malibu - 7 ways to travel via bus, taxi, car, plane, and tram

Q: Is there a direct bus between Merced and Malibu?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Malibu. However, there are services departing from Merced and arriving at Civic Center / Stuart Ranch via Bakersfield, CA, Van Nuys / Laurel Canyon, Westwood Sb & Weyburn Ns and 5th / Colorado. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.

There are 7 ways to get from Merced to Malibu by bus, taxi, car, plane, tram, 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, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Merced to Bakersfieldbus
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San Fernandobus
3. Take the taxi from San Fernando to Malibutaxi
6h 1m
$128–184
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merced to Huntington Parkbus Stockton
8h 45m
$34–49
Drive 280 mi
1. Drive from Merced to Malibucar 280 mi
4h 51m
$52–74
Fly Merced Municipal Airport to Jack Northrop Field/Hawthorne Municipal Airport, tram, line 134 bus
1. Fly from Merced Municipal Airport (MCE) to Jack Northrop Field/Hawthorne Municipal Airport (HHR)plane MCE - HHR
2. Take the tram from Downtown Inglewood Station to Expo / Crenshaw K-Line Stationtram
3. Take the tram from Expo / Crenshaw E-Line Station to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram
4. Take the bus from 5th / Colorado to Civic Center / Stuart Ranchbus
5h 14m
$62–181
Bus, line 761 bus
1. Take the bus from Merced to Bakersfield, CAbus
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Los Angeles - Pacoimabus
3. Take the bus from Van Nuys / Laurel Canyon to Westwood / Weyburnbus 761 / ...
8h 40m
$84–133
Bus, line 33 bus
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US0810
2. Take the bus from Patsaouras Transit Plaza to 5th / Santa Monicabus 33
9h 50m
$49–88
Bus to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, fly to Los Angeles International Airport, tram, line 134 bus
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 tram from LAX / Metro Transit Center to Expo / Crenshaw K-Line Stationtram
4. Take the tram from Expo / Crenshaw E-Line Station to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram
5. Take the bus from 5th / Colorado to Civic Center / Stuart Ranchbus
7h 4m
$42–267

Merced to Malibu by bus

3Weekly Buses

8h 40mAverage Duration

$84Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Merced to Malibu.

Launch map view

Distance: 290.2 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

What companies run services between Merced, CA, USA and Malibu, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Merced to Civic Center / Stuart Ranch via Bakersfield, CA, Van Nuys / Laurel Canyon, Westwood Sb & Weyburn Ns, 4Th Sb & Santa Monica Place, and 5th / Colorado in around 8h 40m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.