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

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Salinas is to bus which costs $8 - $25 and takes 5h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merced to Salinas is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Salinas?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Salinas. However, there are services departing from Merced Transpo and arriving at N Main St/ W Rossi St via Los Baños and Monterey / Gilroy Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Merced to Salinas?

The distance between Merced and Salinas is 118 miles. The road distance is 107 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merced to Salinas without a car is to bus which takes 5h 3m and costs $8 - $25.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Merced to Salinas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Salinas bus from?

Merced to Salinas bus services, operated by The Bus, depart from Merced Transpo station.

Where does the Merced to Salinas bus arrive?

Merced to Salinas bus services, operated by The Bus, arrive at Pacheco @ Target station.

Can I drive from Merced to Salinas?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Salinas is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Merced to Salinas.

Where can I stay near Salinas?

There are 171+ hotels available in Salinas.

Merced to Salinas - 2 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Merced to Salinas by bus or car

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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 N Main St/ W Rossi St59
5h 3m
$8–25
Drive 106.3 mi
1. Drive from Merced to Salinas106.3 mi
2h 1m
$20–28

Merced to Salinas by bus and foot

17Weekly Services

5h 3mAverage Duration

$8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 117 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Merced Transpo to N Main St/ W Rossi St via Pacheco @ Target, Los Baños, Gilroy, and Monterey / Gilroy Train Station in around 5h 3m.

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