What is the cheapest way to get from Merced to Morro Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Morro Bay is to bus and drive which costs $27 - $50 and takes 11h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merced to Morro Bay?

The fastest way to get from Merced to Morro Bay is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs $30 - $50.

How far is it from Merced to Morro Bay?

The distance between Merced and Morro Bay is 259 miles. The road distance is 181.3 miles.

How do I travel from Merced to Morro Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Merced to Morro Bay without a car is to bus and shuttle which takes 15h 5m and costs $85 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Merced to Morro Bay?

It takes approximately 11h 47m to get from Merced to Morro Bay, including transfers.

Can I drive from Merced to Morro Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Morro Bay is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Merced to Morro Bay.

Where can I stay near Morro Bay?

There are 226+ hotels available in Morro Bay.

Merced to Morro Bay - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 4 ways to get from Merced to Morro Bay by bus, car, shuttle, or train

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

Bus, drive
best
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Fresno Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Fresno Downtown to Huronbus
3. Drive from Coalinga to Mission & 14thcar
4. Take the bus from Mission & 14th to Government Centerbus 9S
11h 47m
$27–47
Drive 180.2 mi
1. Drive from Merced to Morro Baycar 180.2 mi
3h 56m
$33–48
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Merced to Fresnobus
2. Take the bus from Fresno, CA to Downtown Los Angelesbus
3. Take a shuttle bus from Los Angeles to Santa Mariashuttle Cbx
4. Take the bus from Cypress & Nicholson to Government Centerbus 10N
15h 5m
$89–153
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Fresno Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Fresno Bus Station to Glendale Bus Stopbus
3. Take the train from Glendale Amtrak to San Luis Obispotrain
15h 41m
$91–202

Merced to Morro Bay by bus and shuttle

3Weekly Services

15h 5mAverage Duration

$89Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Merced to Morro Bay.

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Distance: 257.2 mi
Duration: 11h 47m

What companies run services between Merced, CA, USA and Morro Bay, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Merced to Morro Bay. However, you can take the bus to Fresno Bus Station, walk to Fresno Downtown, take the bus to Huron, take the bus to Coalinga, drive to Mission & 14th, take the bus to Government Center, then take the bus to Morro Bay Park. Alternatively, you can drive from Merced to Morro Bay in around 3h 56m.

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