What is the cheapest way to get from Merced to Solvang?

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Solvang is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 5h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merced to Solvang?

The fastest way to get from Merced to Solvang is to drive which takes 5h 4m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Solvang?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Solvang. However, there are services departing from Merced and arriving at Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop via Bakersfield and Santa Barbara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.

How far is it from Merced to Solvang?

The distance between Merced and Solvang is 375 miles. The road distance is 242 miles.

How do I travel from Merced to Solvang without a car?

The best way to get from Merced to Solvang without a car is to bus which takes 9h 45m and costs $85 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Merced to Solvang?

It takes approximately 9h 45m to get from Merced to Solvang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Solvang bus from?

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

Where does the Merced to Solvang bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merced to Solvang?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Solvang is 242 miles. It takes approximately 5h 4m to drive from Merced to Solvang.

Where can I stay near Solvang?

There are 59+ hotels available in Solvang.

Merced to Solvang - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Merced to Solvang 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 Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Santa Barbarabus
3. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Solvang Amtrak Bus Stopbus
9h 45m
$87–140
Drive 240.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merced to Solvangcar 240.6 mi
5h 4m
$44–64
Bus via Goleta
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Bakersfield Train Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stopbus
3. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Solvang Amtrak Bus Stopbus
10h 5m
$90–148

Merced to Solvang by bus

7Weekly Buses

9h 45mAverage Duration

$87Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Merced to Solvang.

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Distance: 372.4 mi
Duration: 9h 45m

What companies run services between Merced, CA, USA and Solvang, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Merced to Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop via Bakersfield Train Station, Bakersfield, and Santa Barbara in around 9h 45m.

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