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

The cheapest way to get from Salinas to Merced is to bus which costs $8 - $24 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salinas to Merced is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs $18 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Salinas and Merced?

No, there is no direct bus from Salinas to Merced. However, there are services departing from N Main / Rossi and arriving at Transpo via Gilroy and Pacheco @ Target. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Salinas to Merced?

The distance between Salinas and Merced is 116 miles. The road distance is 103.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salinas to Merced without a car is to bus which takes 4h 55m and costs $8 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Salinas to Merced, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salinas to Merced bus from?

Salinas to Merced bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, depart from N Main / Rossi station.

Where does the Salinas to Merced bus arrive?

Salinas to Merced bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, arrive at Monterey / Gilroy Train Station.

Can I drive from Salinas to Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between Salinas to Merced is 103 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Salinas to Merced.

Where can I stay near Merced?

There are 33+ hotels available in Merced.

Salinas to Merced - 2 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Salinas to Merced by 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from N Main / Rossi to Monterey / Gilroy Train Station59
2. Take the bus from Gilroy to Los Baños
3. Take the bus from Pacheco @ Target to TranspoLb
4h 55m
$9–24
Drive 102.7 mi
1. Drive from Salinas to Merced102.7 mi
2h 8m
$19–28

Salinas to Merced by bus and foot

20Weekly Services

4h 55mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 115.6 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

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

You can take a bus from N Main / Rossi to Transpo via Monterey / Gilroy Train Station, Gilroy, Los Baños, and Pacheco @ Target in around 4h 55m.

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