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

The cheapest way to get from Placerville to Merced is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Placerville to Merced is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs $23 - $35.

How far is it from Placerville to Merced?

The distance between Placerville and Merced is 162 miles. The road distance is 129.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Placerville to Merced without a car is to bus which takes 4h 52m and costs $40 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Placerville to Merced, including transfers.

Can I drive from Placerville to Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between Placerville to Merced is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Placerville to Merced.

Where can I stay near Merced?

There are 32+ hotels available in Merced.

Placerville to Merced - 4 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Placerville to Merced by bus (Flixbus), car, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ray Lawyer Drive Park and Ride to S Street at 65th StreetC / ...
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to MercedFlixBus 2007
4h 52m
$41–55
Drive 128.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Placerville to Merced128.4 mi
2h 39m
$24–34
Bus via Folsom
1. Take the bus from Placerville Station Transfer Center to Iron Point station50x
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to MercedFlixBus 2007
6h 8m
$28–37
Bus via Folsom #2
1. Take the bus from Placerville Station Transfer Center to Iron Point station50x
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Merced Bus StopGreyhound US0810
7h 14m
$30–40

Placerville to Merced by bus and tram

7Weekly Services

6h 8mAverage Duration

$28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160.8 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

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

You can take a vehicle from Placerville to Merced via Ray Lawyer Drive Park and Ride, S Street at 65th Street, University/65th Street Station, 13th Street Station, Township 9 Station, and Sacramento Bus Station in around 4h 52m.

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