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

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Petaluma is to bus and BART which costs $21 - $35 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merced to Petaluma is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs $27 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Petaluma?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Petaluma. However, there are services departing from Merced Bus Stop and arriving at Petaluma via Sacramento Bus Station and Vallejo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from Merced to Petaluma?

The distance between Merced and Petaluma is 167 miles. The road distance is 153.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merced to Petaluma without a car is to bus and BART which takes 6h 35m and costs $21 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Merced to Petaluma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Petaluma bus from?

Merced to Petaluma bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Merced Bus Stop station.

Where does the Merced to Petaluma bus arrive?

Merced to Petaluma bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Can I drive from Merced to Petaluma?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Petaluma is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Merced to Petaluma.

Where can I stay near Petaluma?

There are 143+ hotels available in Petaluma.

Merced to Petaluma - 3 ways to travel via bus, BART, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Merced to Petaluma by bus, subway, car, 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, 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 Embarcaderosubway
6h 35m
$21–33
Drive 152.8 mi
1. Drive from Merced to Petalumacar 152.8 mi
2h 57m
$28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Sacramento Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Vallejo Transit Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Vallejo to Petalumabus
7h 5m
$36–70

Merced to Petaluma by bus, subway, cable car, and train

22Weekly Services

6h 35mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Merced to Petaluma.

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Distance: 166.4 mi
Duration: 6h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Merced Bus Stop to Petaluma via Sacramento Bus Station and Vallejo in around 7h 5m.

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