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

The cheapest way to get from Petaluma to Merced is to BART and bus via Modesto which costs $19 - $35 and takes 6h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Petaluma to Merced is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Petaluma and Merced?

No, there is no direct bus from Petaluma to Merced. However, there are services departing from Petaluma and arriving at Merced Bus Stop via Vallejo Transit Center and Sacramento Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

How far is it from Petaluma to Merced?

The distance between Petaluma and Merced is 169 miles. The road distance is 153.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Petaluma to Merced without a car is to BART and bus via Modesto which takes 6h 36m and costs $19 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 6h 36m to get from Petaluma to Merced, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Petaluma to Merced bus from?

Petaluma to Merced bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Petaluma station.

Where does the Petaluma to Merced bus arrive?

Petaluma to Merced bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Vallejo station.

Can I drive from Petaluma to Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between Petaluma to Merced is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Petaluma to Merced.

Where can I stay near Merced?

There are 51+ hotels available in Merced.

Petaluma to Merced - 4 ways to travel via BART, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Petaluma to Merced by subway, bus, car, or bus (Amtrak, Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

BART, bus via Modesto
best
1. Take the subway from Montgomery Street to Dublin / Pleasantonsubway
2. Take the bus from BART Dublin Station to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exibus 90
3. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Merced Bus Stopbus
6h 36m
$19–31
Drive 152.6 mi
1. Drive from Petaluma to Mercedcar 152.6 mi
2h 55m
$28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Petaluma to Vallejobus
2. Take the bus from Vallejo Transit Center to Sacramento Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Merced Bus Stopbus
7h 25m
$39–76
BART, bus
1. Take the subway from Montgomery Street to Berryessa / North San Josesubway
2. Take the bus from San Jose - King Rd to Los Bañosbus
3. Take the bus from Pacheco @ Target to Transpobus Lb
8h 21m
$25–50

Petaluma to Merced by train, bus, and subway

8Weekly Services

6h 36mAverage Duration

$19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.5 mi
Duration: 6h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Petaluma to Merced Bus Stop via Vallejo Transit Center and Sacramento Bus Station in around 7h 25m.

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