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

The cheapest way to get from Ridgecrest to Merced is to bus which costs $35 - $60 and takes 8h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ridgecrest to Merced is to drive which takes 5h 24m and costs $45 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Ridgecrest and Merced?

No, there is no direct bus from Ridgecrest to Merced. However, there are services departing from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. and arriving at Merced via Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. and Bakersfield Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 53m.

How far is it from Ridgecrest to Merced?

The distance between Ridgecrest and Merced is 269 miles. The road distance is 248.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ridgecrest to Merced without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 5h 33m and costs $150 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Ridgecrest to Merced, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ridgecrest to Merced bus from?

Ridgecrest to Merced bus services, operated by Kern Transit, depart from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. station.

Where does the Ridgecrest to Merced bus arrive?

Ridgecrest to Merced bus services, operated by Kern Transit, arrive at Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. station.

Can I drive from Ridgecrest to Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between Ridgecrest to Merced is 249 miles. It takes approximately 5h 24m to drive from Ridgecrest to Merced.

Where can I stay near Merced?

There are 32+ hotels available in Merced.

Ridgecrest to Merced - 5 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ridgecrest to Merced by bus, taxi, car, bus (Amtrak, Flixbus), 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.

Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Kern County Superior Court - N. China Lake Blvd. to Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd.227
2. Take the taxi from Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd. to Bakersfield, CA
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Merced
5h 33m
$158–218
Bus via Merced Bus Stop
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. to Carl's Jr. / Inyo St.230
2. Take the bus from Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. to Bakersfield Amtrak100
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Merced Bus Stop
8h 58m
$34–63
Drive 247.2 mi
1. Drive from Ridgecrest to Merced247.2 mi
5h 24m
$46–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. to Carl's Jr. / Inyo St.230
2. Take the bus from Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. to Bakersfield Amtrak100
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Merced
8h 53m
$36–58
Bus via Bakersfield
1. Take the bus from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. to Carl's Jr. / Inyo St.230
2. Take the bus from Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. to GET Downtown Transit Center100
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Merced
9h 7m
$42–77

Ridgecrest to Merced by bus

6Weekly Buses

8h 53mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 267.8 mi
Duration: 5h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. to Merced via Carl's Jr. / Inyo St., Bakersfield Amtrak, and Bakersfield Train Station in around 8h 53m.

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