What is the cheapest way to get from Merced to Scotts Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Scotts Valley is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merced to Scotts Valley?

The fastest way to get from Merced to Scotts Valley is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Scotts Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Scotts Valley. However, there are services departing from Merced and arriving at Scotts Valley Dr & Civic Center Dr via Stockton and Diridon Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

How far is it from Merced to Scotts Valley?

The distance between Merced and Scotts Valley is 176 miles. The road distance is 123 miles.

How do I travel from Merced to Scotts Valley without a car?

The best way to get from Merced to Scotts Valley without a car is to bus which takes 6h 14m and costs $30 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Merced to Scotts Valley?

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Merced to Scotts Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Scotts Valley bus from?

Merced to Scotts Valley bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Merced station.

Where does the Merced to Scotts Valley bus arrive?

Merced to Scotts Valley bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Stockton station.

Can I drive from Merced to Scotts Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Scotts Valley is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Merced to Scotts Valley.

Where can I stay near Scotts Valley?

There are 178+ hotels available in Scotts Valley.

Merced to Scotts Valley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Merced to Scotts Valley by bus (Flixbus, Amtrak), bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Merced to Stocktonbus FlixBus 2007
2. Take the bus from Stockton to San Josebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 14m
$30–49
Drive 122.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merced to Scotts Valleycar 122.3 mi
2h 23m
$23–33
Bus, train via Manteca
1. Take the bus from Merced to Mantecabus 1
2. Take the train from Lathrop/Manteca Station to San Jose Station Diridontrain Ace
6h 45m
$40–60
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Merced to Stocktonbus FlixBus 2007
2. Take the train from Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station to San Jose Station Diridontrain Ace
6h 46m
$27–47

Merced to Scotts Valley by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

6h 14mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 174.6 mi
Duration: 6h 14m

What companies run services between Merced, CA, USA and Scotts Valley, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Merced to Scotts Valley Dr & Civic Center Dr via Stockton, Stockton, San Jose, and Diridon Station in around 6h 14m.

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