What is the cheapest way to get from Merced to Santa Paula?

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Santa Paula is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merced to Santa Paula?

The fastest way to get from Merced to Santa Paula is to drive which takes 4h 27m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Santa Paula?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Santa Paula. However, there are services departing from Merced and arriving at Santa Paula Amtrak Bus Stop via Bakersfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Merced to Santa Paula?

The distance between Merced and Santa Paula is 277 miles. The road distance is 266.6 miles.

How do I travel from Merced to Santa Paula without a car?

The best way to get from Merced to Santa Paula without a car is to bus which takes 6h 22m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Merced to Santa Paula?

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Merced to Santa Paula, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Santa Paula bus from?

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

Where does the Merced to Santa Paula bus arrive?

Merced to Santa Paula bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Bakersfield Train Station.

Can I drive from Merced to Santa Paula?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Santa Paula is 267 miles. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Merced to Santa Paula.

Where can I stay near Santa Paula?

There are 107+ hotels available in Santa Paula.

Merced to Santa Paula - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Merced to Santa Paula by bus (Flixbus, Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound, Amtrak)

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 Bakersfield Train StationFlixBus 2007
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Santa Paula Amtrak Bus StopAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 22m
Drive 265.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merced to Santa Paula265.1 mi
4h 27m
$49–70
Bus via Merced Bus Stop
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Bakersfield Train StationGreyhound US0810
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Santa Paula Amtrak Bus StopAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 32m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Merced to Santa Paula.

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Distance: 275.6 mi
Duration: 6h 22m

What companies run services between Merced, CA, USA and Santa Paula, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Merced to Santa Paula Amtrak Bus Stop via Bakersfield Train Station and Bakersfield in around 6h 22m.

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