What is the cheapest way to get from Merced to Pismo Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Pismo Beach is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 4h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merced to Pismo Beach?

The fastest way to get from Merced to Pismo Beach is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Pismo Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Pismo Beach. However, there are services departing from Merced Bus Stop and arriving at James Way & Highland via Los Angeles Union Station and Cypress & Nicholson. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 23m.

How far is it from Merced to Pismo Beach?

The distance between Merced and Pismo Beach is 370 miles. The road distance is 190.8 miles.

How do I travel from Merced to Pismo Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Merced to Pismo Beach without a car is to bus and train via Stockton which takes 11h 20m and costs $100 - $430.

How long does it take to get from Merced to Pismo Beach?

It takes approximately 11h 20m to get from Merced to Pismo Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Pismo Beach bus from?

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

Where does the Merced to Pismo Beach bus arrive?

Merced to Pismo Beach bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Can I drive from Merced to Pismo Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Pismo Beach is 191 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Merced to Pismo Beach.

Where can I stay near Pismo Beach?

There are 205+ hotels available in Pismo Beach.

Merced to Pismo Beach - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 5 ways to get from Merced to Pismo Beach by bus, train, car, shuttle, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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 via Stockton
best
1. Take the bus from Merced to Stocktonbus
2. Take the train from Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station to San Jose Stationtrain
3. Take the train from San Jose to San Luis Obispotrain
11h 20m
$106–427
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merced Transpo to Pacheco @ Targetbus Lb
2. Take the bus from Los Baños to Gilroybus
3. Take the bus from Monterey / Gilroy Train Station to Salinas Intermodal Transit Centerbus 59
4. Take the train from Salinas to Paso Robles Amtrak Stationtrain
5. Take the bus from North County Transit Center to Government Centerbus 9S
11h 38m
$34–80
Drive 189.7 mi
1. Drive from Merced to Pismo Beachcar 189.7 mi
4h 3m
$35–50
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Merced Transpo to Pacheco @ Targetbus Lb
2. Take the bus from Los Baños to Gilroybus
3. Take a shuttle bus from Gilroy to Santa Mariashuttle
9h 48m
$46–84
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US0810
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa Mariabus FlixBus 2005
12h 23m
$78–167

Merced to Pismo Beach by bus, foot, and train

7Weekly Services

11h 38mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 367.9 mi
Duration: 11h 20m

What companies run services between Merced, CA, USA and Pismo Beach, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Merced Bus Stop to James Way & Highland via Los Angeles Union Station, Santa Maria, and Cypress & Nicholson in around 12h 23m.

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