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

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Sonoma is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merced to Sonoma is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Sonoma?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Sonoma. However, there are services departing from Merced and arriving at Sonoma Plaza via Sacramento Bus Station, Vallejo and Petaluma Transit Mall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

How far is it from Merced to Sonoma?

The distance between Merced and Sonoma is 189 miles. The road distance is 147.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merced to Sonoma without a car is to bus and train and taxi which takes 5h 15m and costs $130 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Merced to Sonoma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Sonoma bus from?

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

Where does the Merced to Sonoma bus arrive?

Merced to Sonoma bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Can I drive from Merced to Sonoma?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Sonoma is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Merced to Sonoma.

Where can I stay near Sonoma?

There are 288+ hotels available in Sonoma.

Merced to Sonoma - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, car, and BART

There are 5 ways to get from Merced to Sonoma by bus, train, taxi, car, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound, Amtrak), 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, train, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Merced to Sacramento Bus Station
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Suisun-Fairfield
3. Take the taxi from Suisun-Fairfield to Sonoma
5h 15m
$134–166
Bus, BART via Turlock
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Transpo to Roger K. Fall Transit CenterT
2. Take the bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to BART Dublin Station90
3. Take the subway from Dublin / Pleasanton to Montgomery Street
4. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Copeland St Transit Mall101
9h 51m
$20–125
Drive 146.6 mi
1. Drive from Merced to Sonoma146.6 mi
2h 50m
$27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merced to Sacramento Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Vallejo Transit Center
3. Take the bus from Vallejo to Petaluma
8h 15m
Bus, BART
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Modesto Bus Stop
2. Take the bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to BART Dublin Station90
3. Take the subway from Dublin / Pleasanton to Montgomery Street
4. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Copeland St Transit Mall101
8h 19m
$39–75

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Merced to Sonoma.

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Distance: 188.4 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Merced to Sonoma Plaza via Sacramento Bus Station, Vallejo, Petaluma, and Petaluma Transit Mall in around 8h 15m.

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