What is the cheapest way to get from Paso Robles to Merced?

The cheapest way to get from Paso Robles to Merced is to bus via King City which costs $14 - $35 and takes 9h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Paso Robles to Merced?

The fastest way to get from Paso Robles to Merced is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Paso Robles and Merced?

No, there is no direct bus from Paso Robles station to Merced. However, there are services departing from Paso Robles Amtrak Station and arriving at Transpo via Salinas Intermodal Transit Center, Gilroy and Pacheco @ Target. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

How far is it from Paso Robles to Merced?

The distance between Paso Robles and Merced is 216 miles. The road distance is 157.7 miles.

How do I travel from Paso Robles to Merced without a car?

The best way to get from Paso Robles to Merced without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 56m and costs $28 - $230.

How long does it take to get from Paso Robles to Merced?

It takes approximately 7h 56m to get from Paso Robles to Merced, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paso Robles to Merced bus from?

Paso Robles to Merced bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Paso Robles Amtrak Station.

Where does the Paso Robles to Merced bus arrive?

Paso Robles to Merced bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Salinas station.

Can I drive from Paso Robles to Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between Paso Robles to Merced is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Paso Robles to Merced.

Where can I stay near Merced?

There are 35+ hotels available in Merced.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Paso Robles to Merced by train, bus, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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 Paso Robles Amtrak Station to Salinastrain
2. Take the bus from Salinas Intermodal Transit Center to Monterey / Gilroy Train Stationbus 59
3. Take the bus from Gilroy to Los Bañosbus
4. Take the bus from Pacheco @ Target to Transpobus Lb
7h 56m
$29–226
Bus via King City
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North County Transportation Ctr / Paso Robles to Canal / Bassett Streetbus 84
2. Take the bus from Canal / Bassett Street to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9bus 23 / ...
3. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 3 to Monterey / Gilroy Train Stationbus 59
4. Take the bus from Gilroy to Los Bañosbus
5. Take the bus from Pacheco @ Target to Transpobus Lb
9h 5m
$14–34
Drive 156.8 mi
1. Drive from Paso Robles to Mercedcar 156.8 mi
3h 20m
$29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to Salinasbus
2. Take the bus from Salinas Intermodal Transit Center to Monterey / Gilroy Train Stationbus 59
3. Take the bus from Gilroy to Los Bañosbus
4. Take the bus from Pacheco @ Target to Transpobus Lb
8h 11m

Paso Robles to Merced by train, bus, and foot

7Weekly Services

7h 56mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Paso Robles to Merced.

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Distance: 214.4 mi
Duration: 7h 56m

What companies run services between Paso Robles, CA, USA and Merced, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to Transpo via Salinas Intermodal Transit Center, Monterey / Gilroy Train Station, Gilroy, Los Baños, and Pacheco @ Target in around 8h 11m.

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