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

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Needles is to drive which costs $75 - $120 and takes 7h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merced to Needles is to drive which takes 7h 10m and costs $75 - $120.

How far is it from Merced to Needles?

The distance between Merced and Needles is 599 miles. The road distance is 436 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merced to Needles without a car is to bus and train which takes 13h 54m and costs $85 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 13h 54m to get from Merced to Needles, including transfers.

Can I drive from Merced to Needles?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Needles is 436 miles. It takes approximately 7h 10m to drive from Merced to Needles.

Where can I stay near Needles?

There are 27+ hotels available in Needles.

Merced to Needles - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Merced to Needles by bus, train, car, or plane

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union StationGreyhound US0810
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Needles AmtrakSouthwest Chief
13h 54m
$88–227
Bus, train via Bakersfield
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merced to Bakersfield
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San Fernando
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to Needles Amtrak
14h 33m
$79–182
Drive 433.5 mi
1. Drive from Merced to Needles433.5 mi
7h 10m
$80–115
Fly Merced Municipal Airport to Harry Reid International Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Merced Municipal Airport (MCE) to Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)MCE - LAS
2. Take the bus from Mccarran International Airport Amtrak Bus Stop to Kingman
3. Take the train from Kingman to Needles Amtrak
9h 34m
Bus, train via Merced
1. Take the bus from Merced to Los Angeles Union StationFlixBus 2007
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Needles AmtrakSouthwest Chief
13h 59m
$85–195
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Merced to Bakersfield Train Station
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to South Strip Transit Terminal
3. Take the bus from South Strip Transit Terminal to Kingman
4. Take the train from Kingman to Needles Amtrak
16h 23m
Bus to Stockton Metropolitan Airport, fly to Harry Reid International Airport, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Merced to Stockton
2. Fly from Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK) to Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)SCK - LAS
3. Take the bus from Mccarran International Airport Amtrak Bus Stop to Kingman
4. Take the train from Kingman to Needles Amtrak
10h 26m
Fly Merced Municipal Airport to Jack Northrop Field/Hawthorne Municipal Airport, train
1. Fly from Merced Municipal Airport (MCE) to Jack Northrop Field/Hawthorne Municipal Airport (HHR)MCE - HHR
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Needles Amtrak
11h 12m
$202–299
Bus to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, fly to Harry Reid International Airport, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Fresno Bus Station
2. Fly from Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) to Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)FAT - LAS
3. Take the bus from Mccarran International Airport Amtrak Bus Stop to Kingman
4. Take the train from Kingman to Needles Amtrak
11h 14m

Merced to Needles by bus, foot, and train

7Weekly Services

13h 54mAverage Duration

$88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 596 mi
Duration: 13h 54m

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

There is no direct connection from Merced to Needles. However, you can take the bus to Los Angeles Union Station, walk to Los Angeles, then take the train to Needles Amtrak. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merced to Needles Amtrak via Bakersfield, San Fernando, Van Nuys / Laurel Canyon, Sylmar Station, Sylmar / San Fernando, L.A. Union Station, and Los Angeles in around 14h 33m.

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