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

The cheapest way to get from Merced to San Rafael is to bus which costs $19 - $35 and takes 5h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merced to San Rafael is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from Merced Bus Stop and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Sacramento Bus Station, Vallejo Transit Center and El Cerrito del Norte BART Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 23m.

How far is it from Merced to San Rafael?

The distance between Merced and San Rafael is 142 miles. The road distance is 138.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merced to San Rafael without a car is to bus which takes 5h 49m and costs $19 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Merced to San Rafael, including transfers.

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

Merced to San Rafael bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Merced Bus Stop station.

Where does the Merced to San Rafael bus arrive?

Merced to San Rafael bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Can I drive from Merced to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to San Rafael is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Merced to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 460+ hotels available in San Rafael.

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

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

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 Bus Stop to Modesto Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0810
2. Take the bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to BART Dublin Stationbus 90
5h 49m
$19–31
Drive 137.5 mi
1. Drive from Merced to San Rafaelcar 137.5 mi
2h 29m
$26–37
Bus, BART via Modesto
1. Take the bus from Transpo to Roger K. Fall Transit Centerbus T
2. Take the bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to BART Dublin Stationbus 90
3. Take the subway from Dublin / Pleasanton to Montgomery Streetsubway
6h 58m
$21–33
Bus, BART
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
3. Take the subway from Milpitas to Montgomery Streetsubway
7h 18m
$24–48
Bus via Sacramento (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Sacramento Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0810
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Vallejo Transit Centerbus Greyhound US0870
7h 23m
$40–68

Merced to San Rafael by bus and subway

7Weekly Services

5h 49mAverage Duration

$19Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Merced to San Rafael.

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Distance: 141.5 mi
Duration: 5h 49m

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

You can take a bus from Merced Bus Stop to Andersen Dr & Francisco Blvd W via Modesto Bus Stop, Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi, BART Dublin Station, Dublin / Pleasanton, Bay Fair, El Cerrito Del Norte, and El Cerrito del Norte BART Station in around 5h 49m.

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