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

The cheapest way to get from Merced to San Jose is to bus which costs $9 - $25 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merced to San Jose is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and San Jose?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to San Jose. However, there are services departing from Merced Transpo and arriving at San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant via Los Baños. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Merced to San Jose?

The distance between Merced and San Jose is 120 miles. The road distance is 114.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merced to San Jose without a car is to bus which takes 4h 14m and costs $9 - $25.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Merced to San Jose, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Merced to San Jose bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merced to San Jose?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to San Jose is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Merced to San Jose.

Where can I stay near San Jose?

There are 557+ hotels available in San Jose.

Merced to San Jose - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Merced to San Jose by bus, train, or car

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 Transpo to Pacheco @ Targetbus Lb
2. Take the bus from Los Baños to San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephantbus Nogales / ...
4h 14m
$10–25
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Modesto Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0810
2. Take the train from Lathrop/Manteca Station to San Jose Station Diridontrain Ace
5h 23m
$20–30
Drive 113.7 mi
1. Drive from Merced to San Josecar 113.7 mi
2h 14m
$21–30

Merced to San Jose by bus and foot

17Weekly Services

4h 14mAverage Duration

$10Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Merced to San Jose.

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Distance: 119.2 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Merced Transpo to San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant via Pacheco @ Target and Los Baños in around 4h 14m.

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