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 - $29 and takes 6h 32m.

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 23m 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 and Pacheco @ Target. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Merced?

The distance between Palo Alto and Merced is 159 miles. The road distance is 118.7 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 Caltrain and BART and bus which takes 6h 4m and costs $35 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 6h 4m 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 23m to drive from Palo Alto to Merced.

Where can I stay near Merced?

There are 36+ hotels available in Merced.

Palo Alto to Merced - 4 ways to travel via Caltrain, BART, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Palo Alto to Merced by train, subway, 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.

Caltrain, BART, bus
best
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northbound
2. Take the subway from Embarcadero to Dublin / Pleasanton
3. Take the bus from BART Dublin Station to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi90
4. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Merced Bus Stop
6h 4m
$39–76
Line 22 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Camino & Churchill to King & Virginia22
2. Take the bus from San Jose - King Rd to Los Baños
3. Take the bus from Pacheco @ Target to TranspoLb
6h 32m
$12–29
Drive 118 mi
1. Drive from Palo Alto to Merced118 mi
2h 23m
$22–32
Line 22 bus, bus via Civic Center Station
1. Take the bus from El Camino & Churchill to Santa Clara & 1st22
2. Take the bus from San Jose Fronteras to Los Baños
3. Take the bus from Pacheco @ Target to TranspoLb
7h 1m
$34–66

Palo Alto to Merced by train, tram, subway, and bus

7Weekly Services

6h 4mAverage Duration

$39Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 158.3 mi
Duration: 6h 4m

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, Los Baños, and Pacheco @ Target in around 6h 32m.

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