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

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Oakland is to bus and BART which costs $12 - $22 and takes 3h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merced to Oakland is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs $21 - $35.

How far is it from Merced to Oakland?

The distance between Merced and Oakland is 120 miles. The road distance is 116.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merced to Oakland without a car is to bus and BART which takes 3h 56m and costs $12 - $22.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Merced to Oakland, including transfers.

Can I drive from Merced to Oakland?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Oakland is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Merced to Oakland.

Where can I stay near Oakland?

There are 686+ hotels available in Oakland.

Merced to Oakland - 2 ways to travel via bus, BART, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Merced to Oakland by bus, subway, or car

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Bus, BART
best
1. Take the bus from Merced to Modestobus 1
2. Take the bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to BART Dublin Stationbus 90
3. Take the subway from Dublin / Pleasanton to Lake Merrittsubway
3h 56m
$12–21
Drive 116.1 mi
1. Drive from Merced to Oaklandcar 116.1 mi
2h 6m
$22–31

Merced to Oakland by bus and subway

22Weekly Services

3h 56mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Merced to Oakland.

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Distance: 119 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

There is no direct connection from Merced to Oakland. However, you can take the bus to Modesto, walk to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi, take the bus to BART Dublin Station, walk to Dublin / Pleasanton, then take the subway to Lake Merritt. Alternatively, you can drive from Merced to Oakland in around 2h 6m.

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