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

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Truckee is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merced to Truckee is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Truckee?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Truckee. However, there are services departing from Merced and arriving at Truckee via Sacramento Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Merced to Truckee?

The distance between Merced and Truckee is 222 miles. The road distance is 208.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merced to Truckee without a car is to bus which takes 6h and costs $40 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Merced to Truckee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Truckee bus from?

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

Where does the Merced to Truckee bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merced to Truckee?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Truckee is 208 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Merced to Truckee.

How do I get a bus ticket from Merced to Truckee?

Book your Merced to Truckee bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Truckee?

There are 1713+ hotels available in Truckee.

Merced to Truckee - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Merced to Truckee by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), bus, train, 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 Sacramento Bus StationFlixBus 2007
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to TruckeeGreyhound US0870
6h
$40–57
Drive 207.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merced to Truckee207.2 mi
3h 43m
$38–55
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Merced to Sacramento Bus StationFlixBus 2007
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Truckee Amtrak StationCalifornia Zephyr
7h 41m
$78–161
Bus via Sacramento
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Sacramento Bus StationGreyhound US0810
2. Take the bus from Sacramento to Truckee Amtrak StationAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 3m
Bus, train via Merced Bus Stop
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Sacramento Bus StationGreyhound US0810
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Truckee Amtrak StationCalifornia Zephyr
8h 11m
$80–164

Merced to Truckee by bus

7Weekly Buses

6hAverage Duration

$40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 220.4 mi
Duration: 6h

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

You can take a bus from Merced to Truckee via Sacramento Bus Station in around 6h.

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