What is the cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Merced?

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Merced is to line 22 bus and bus which costs $11 - $30 and takes 6h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Merced?

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Merced is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and Merced?

No, there is no direct bus from Palo Alto to Merced. However, there are services departing from El Camino & Churchill and arriving at Transpo via San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant and Pacheco @ Target. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Merced?

The distance between Palo Alto and Merced is 167 miles. The road distance is 118.6 miles.

How do I travel from Palo Alto to Merced without a car?

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Merced without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 20m and costs $27 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Palo Alto to Merced?

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Palo Alto to Merced, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Merced bus from?

Palo Alto to Merced bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from El Camino & Churchill station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Merced bus arrive?

Palo Alto to Merced bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at King & Virginia station.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Merced is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Palo Alto to Merced.

Where can I stay near Merced?

There are 33+ hotels available in Merced.

Palo Alto to Merced - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 22 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Palo Alto to Merced by train, bus, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Santa Clara Station to Stockton - Robert J Cabral Stationtrain Ace
2. Take the bus from Stockton to Mercedbus FlixBus 2007
6h 20m
$28–46
Line 22 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Camino & Churchill to King & Virginiabus 22
2. Take the bus from San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant to Los Bañosbus
3. Take the bus from Pacheco @ Target to Transpobus Lb
6h 33m
$12–30
Drive 118 mi
1. Drive from Palo Alto to Mercedcar 118 mi
2h 24m
$22–32

Palo Alto to Merced by train, bus, and foot

7Weekly Services

6h 20mAverage Duration

$28Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Palo Alto to Merced.

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Distance: 165.7 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

What companies run services between Palo Alto, CA, USA and Merced, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from El Camino & Churchill to Transpo via King & Virginia, San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant, Los Baños, and Pacheco @ Target in around 6h 33m.

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