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

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Placerville is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merced to Placerville is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs $23 - $35.

How far is it from Merced to Placerville?

The distance between Merced and Placerville is 167 miles. The road distance is 129.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merced to Placerville without a car is to bus which takes 5h 8m and costs $40 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Merced to Placerville, including transfers.

Can I drive from Merced to Placerville?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Placerville is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Merced to Placerville.

Where can I stay near Placerville?

There are 64+ hotels available in Placerville.

Merced to Placerville - 4 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Merced to Placerville by bus (Flixbus), car, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Merced to Sacramento Bus StationFlixBus 2007
2. Take the bus from 8th St. at I St. to Ray Lawyer Drive Park and RideC / ...
5h 8m
$42–60
Drive 128.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merced to Placerville128.5 mi
2h 40m
$24–34
Bus via Folsom
1. Take the bus from Merced to Sacramento Bus StationFlixBus 2007
2. Take the bus from Iron Point station to Placerville Station Transfer Center50x
6h 27m
$28–41
Bus via Folsom #2
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Sacramento Bus StationGreyhound US0810
2. Take the bus from Iron Point station to Placerville Station Transfer Center50x
6h 58m
$29–42

Merced to Placerville by bus and tram

7Weekly Services

6h 27mAverage Duration

$28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 166.4 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Merced to Placerville via Sacramento Bus Station, Richards Blvd & Sequoia Pacific Blvd, 7Th St & H St, 8th St. at I St., and Ray Lawyer Drive Park and Ride in around 5h 8m.

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