What is the cheapest way to get from Merced to San Francisco?

The cheapest way to get from Merced to San Francisco is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merced to San Francisco?

The fastest way to get from Merced to San Francisco is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and San Francisco?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to San Francisco station. However, there are services departing from Merced and arriving at San Francisco Bus Station via Sacramento Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Merced to San Francisco?

The distance between Merced and San Francisco is 128 miles. The road distance is 128.1 miles.

How do I travel from Merced to San Francisco without a car?

The best way to get from Merced to San Francisco without a car is to bus and BART which takes 4h 23m and costs $30 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Merced to San Francisco?

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Merced to San Francisco, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to San Francisco bus from?

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

Where does the Merced to San Francisco bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merced to San Francisco?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to San Francisco is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Merced to San Francisco.

How do I get a bus ticket from Merced to San Francisco?

Book your Merced to San Francisco bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near San Francisco?

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Merced to San Francisco - 5 ways to travel via bus, BART, car, and Caltrain

There are 5 ways to get from Merced to San Francisco by bus, subway, car, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), or train

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

Bus, BART
best
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Modesto Bus Stop
2. Take the bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to BART Dublin Station90
3. Take the subway from Dublin / Pleasanton to Civic Center / UN Plaza
4h 23m
$31–60
Bus, BART via Turlock
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Transpo to Roger K. Fall Transit CenterT
2. Take the bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to BART Dublin Station90
3. Take the subway from Dublin / Pleasanton to Civic Center / UN Plaza
5h 55m
$12–110
Drive 127.4 mi
1. Drive from Merced to San Francisco127.4 mi
2h 18m
$24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merced to Sacramento Bus StationFlixBus 2007
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to San Francisco Bus StationGreyhound US0870
5h 55m
$43–67
Bus, Caltrain
1. Take the bus from Merced Transpo to Pacheco @ TargetLb
2. Take the bus from Los Baños to San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant
3. Take the train from Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northbound
6h 31m
$20–41

Merced to San Francisco by bus and subway

7Weekly Services

4h 23mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Merced to San Francisco.

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Distance: 127.4 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

What companies run services between Merced, CA, USA and San Francisco, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Merced to San Francisco Bus Station via Sacramento Bus Station in around 5h 55m.

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