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

The cheapest way to get from Nipomo to Merced is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 4h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nipomo to Merced is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs $35 - $55.

How far is it from Nipomo to Merced?

The distance between Nipomo and Merced is 412 miles. The road distance is 199.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nipomo to Merced without a car is to bus and train via Oxnard which takes 13h 15m and costs $90 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 13h 15m to get from Nipomo to Merced, including transfers.

Can I drive from Nipomo to Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between Nipomo to Merced is 200 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Nipomo to Merced.

Where can I stay near Merced?

There are 33+ hotels available in Merced.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Nipomo to Merced by bus, train, or car

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 via Oxnard
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Hollister at Kelloggbus
2. Take the train from Goleta Station to Oxnardtrain
3. Take the bus from Oxnard to Bakersfieldbus
4. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Merced Bus Stopbus
13h 15m
$91–160
Drive 198.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Nipomo to Mercedcar 198.6 mi
4h 20m
$37–53
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Thompson & Branch to Government Centerbus 10N
2. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to San Josetrain
3. Take the train from San Jose Station Diridon to Stockton - Robert J Cabral Stationtrain Ace
4. Take the bus from Stockton to Mercedbus
13h 37m
$87–176
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Thompson & Branch to Government Centerbus 10N
2. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to San Josetrain
3. Take the bus from San Jose to Mercedbus
35h 20m
$98–195

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Nipomo to Merced.

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Distance: 409.4 mi
Duration: 13h 15m

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

There is no direct connection from Nipomo to Merced. However, you can take the bus to Santa Maria Transit Center, take the bus to Hollister at Kellogg, take the taxi to Goleta Station, take the train to Oxnard, walk to Oxnard, take the bus to Bakersfield, walk to Bakersfield Train Station, then take the bus to Merced Bus Stop. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thompson & Branch to Merced via Government Center, Downtown Transit Center, Santa Barbara at Church, San Luis Obispo, San Jose, San Jose Station Diridon, Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station, Aurora & Weber Southbound, Downtown Transit Center Lane B, and Stockton in around 13h 37m.

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