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

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Mendocino is to bus and BART via Modesto which costs $35 - $65 and takes 11h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merced to Mendocino is to drive which takes 5h 25m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Mendocino?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Mendocino. However, there are services departing from Merced and arriving at Little Lake St & Kasten St via Sacramento Bus Station, Vallejo and Pear Tree Center - Ross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 28m.

How far is it from Merced to Mendocino?

The distance between Merced and Mendocino is 318 miles. The road distance is 268.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merced to Mendocino without a car is to bus and BART via Modesto which takes 11h 25m and costs $35 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 11h 25m to get from Merced to Mendocino, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Mendocino bus from?

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

Where does the Merced to Mendocino bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merced to Mendocino?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Mendocino is 269 miles. It takes approximately 5h 25m to drive from Merced to Mendocino.

Where can I stay near Mendocino?

There are 80+ hotels available in Mendocino.

Merced to Mendocino - 4 ways to travel via bus, BART, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Merced to Mendocino by bus, subway, car, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound, Amtrak)

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

Bus, BART via Modesto
best
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Modesto Bus Stop
2. Take the bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to BART Dublin Station90
3. Take the subway from Dublin / Pleasanton to Montgomery Street
4. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Santa Rosa Transit Mall101
5. Take the bus from 2nd Street Transit Mall to Little Lake St & Kasten St65
11h 25m
$36–63
Bus, BART
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merced Transpo to Pacheco @ TargetLb
2. Take the bus from Los Baños to San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant
3. Take the subway from Berryessa / North San Jose to Montgomery Street
4. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Santa Rosa Transit Mall101
5. Take the bus from 2nd Street Transit Mall to Little Lake St & Kasten St65
13h 6m
$34–77
Drive 267.1 mi
1. Drive from Merced to Mendocino267.1 mi
5h 25m
$49–71
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merced to Sacramento Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Vallejo Transit Center
3. Take the bus from Vallejo to Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stop
4. Take the bus from Pear Tree Center - Ross to Little Lake St & Kasten St65
11h 28m

Merced to Mendocino by bus and subway

7Weekly Services

11h 25mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 316 mi
Duration: 11h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Merced to Little Lake St & Kasten St via Sacramento Bus Station, Vallejo, Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stop, and Pear Tree Center - Ross in around 11h 28m.

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