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

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Montecito is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 5h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merced to Montecito is to drive which takes 5h 25m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Montecito?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Montecito. However, there are services departing from Merced and arriving at East Valley & San Ysidro via Bakersfield, Cabrillo & Anacapa and Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 24m.

How far is it from Merced to Montecito?

The distance between Merced and Montecito is 339 miles. The road distance is 282.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merced to Montecito without a car is to bus which takes 10h 24m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 10h 24m to get from Merced to Montecito, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Montecito bus from?

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

Where does the Merced to Montecito bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merced to Montecito?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Montecito is 282 miles. It takes approximately 5h 25m to drive from Merced to Montecito.

Where can I stay near Montecito?

There are 308+ hotels available in Montecito.

Merced to Montecito - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Merced to Montecito by bus (Flixbus, Amtrak), bus, train, car, plane, or bus (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
best
1. Take the bus from Merced to Bakersfield Train StationFlixBus 2007
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Santa BarbaraAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
10h 24m
Drive 280.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merced to Montecito280.6 mi
5h 25m
$52–74
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Merced to Stockton
2. Take the train from Stockton- Robert J Cabral Station to San Jose Station
3. Take the train from San Jose to Santa Barbara
13h 59m
$135–271
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Merced to Sacramento Bus Station
2. Fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)SMF - SBA
8h 43m
$78–389
Bus via Merced Bus Stop
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Bakersfield Train StationGreyhound US0810
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Santa BarbaraAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
10h 34m

Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) flights

28Weekly Planes

2h 21mAverage Duration

$54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 337 mi
Duration: 10h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Merced to East Valley & San Ysidro via Bakersfield Train Station, Bakersfield, Santa Barbara, Cabrillo & Anacapa, and Transit Center in around 10h 24m.

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