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 $35 - $55 and takes 3h 44m.

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 3h 44m and costs $35 - $55.

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 198.5 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 $110 - $440.

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 198 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Merced to Pismo Beach.

Where can I stay near Pismo Beach?

There are 240+ 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 Stockton
2. Take the train from Stockton- Robert J Cabral Station to San Jose Station
3. Take the train from San Jose to San Luis Obispo
11h 20m
$111–437
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merced Transpo to Pacheco @ TargetLb
2. Take the bus from Los Baños to Gilroy
3. Take the bus from Monterey / Gilroy Train Station to Salinas Intermodal Transit Center59
4. Take the train from Salinas to Paso Robles Amtrak Station
5. Take the bus from North County Transit Center to Government Center9S
11h 38m
$32–300
Drive 197.3 mi
1. Drive from Merced to Pismo Beach197.3 mi
3h 44m
$36–52
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Merced Transpo to Pacheco @ TargetLb
2. Take the bus from Los Baños to Gilroy
3. Take a shuttle bus from Gilroy to Santa Maria
9h 47m
$46–84
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union StationGreyhound US0810
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa MariaFlixBus 2005
12h 23m
$63–210

Merced to Pismo Beach by bus, foot, and train

7Weekly Services

11h 38mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Merced to Pismo Beach.

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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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