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.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Placerville?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Placerville station. However, there are services departing from Merced and arriving at Placerville Station Transfer Center via Richards Blvd & Sequoia Pacific Blvd and Sacramento - Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Merced to Placerville?

The distance between Merced and Placerville is 166 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 4m and costs $25 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Merced to Placerville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Placerville bus from?

Merced to Placerville bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Merced station.

Where does the Merced to Placerville bus arrive?

Merced to Placerville bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

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 62+ hotels available in Placerville.

Merced to Placerville - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 3 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 Sacramento - Amtrak to Placerville Station Transfer CenterSac/SLT Connecting Bus
5h 4m
$26–35
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 Bus Stop to Sacramento Bus StationGreyhound US0810
2. Take the bus from Iron Point station to Placerville Station Transfer Center50x
6h 58m
$30–47

Merced to Placerville by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

5h 4mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Merced to Placerville.

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Distance: 165.4 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Merced to Placerville Station Transfer Center via Sacramento Bus Station, Richards Blvd & Sequoia Pacific Blvd, 7Th St & H St, and Sacramento - Amtrak in around 5h 4m.

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