What is the cheapest way to get from San Diego to Merced?

The cheapest way to get from San Diego to Merced is to bus which costs $45 - $80 and takes 8h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Diego to Merced?

The fastest way to get from San Diego to Merced is to fly and bus which takes 4h 12m and costs $85 - $270.

Is there a direct bus between San Diego and Merced?

No, there is no direct bus from San Diego to Merced. However, there are services departing from San Diego and arriving at Merced via Huntington Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.

How far is it from San Diego to Merced?

The distance between San Diego and Merced is 380 miles. The road distance is 395.4 miles.

How do I travel from San Diego to Merced without a car?

The best way to get from San Diego to Merced without a car is to bus which takes 8h 42m and costs $45 - $80.

How long does it take to get from San Diego to Merced?

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from San Diego to Merced, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Diego to Merced bus from?

San Diego to Merced bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Diego station.

Where does the San Diego to Merced bus arrive?

San Diego to Merced bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Huntington Park station.

Can I drive from San Diego to Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between San Diego to Merced is 395 miles. It takes approximately 6h 38m to drive from San Diego to Merced.

How do I get a bus ticket from San Diego to Merced?

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Where can I stay near Merced?

There are 35+ hotels available in Merced.

San Diego to Merced - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from San Diego to Merced by plane, bus, bus (Flixbus), car, train, or bus (Amtrak, Greyhound)

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Fly to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)plane SAN - FAT
2. Take the bus from Fresno, CA to Mercedbus
4h 12m
$89–269
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Huntington Parkbus FlixBus 2017
2. Take the bus from Huntington Park to Mercedbus Nogales
8h 42m
$49–78
Drive 393.1 mi
1. Drive from San Diego to Mercedcar 393.1 mi
6h 38m
$72–104
Fly to Sacramento International Airport, bus
1. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)plane SAN - SMF
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Mercedbus
6h 12m
$117–302
Train, bus
1. Take the train from San Diego to Van Nuystrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles - Pacoima to Mercedbus Nogales
8h 43m
$71–148
Train, bus via Los Angeles
1. Take the train from San Diego to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles - Pacoima to Mercedbus Nogales
9h 37m
$73–145
Train, bus #2
1. Take the train from San Diego to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Mercedbus FlixBus 2007
10h 46m
$75–153
Bus via Bakersfield
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Bakersfieldbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Merced Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0810
11h
$85–126

San Diego to Merced by bus

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8h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 377.7 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

What companies run services between San Diego, CA, USA and Merced, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from San Diego to Merced via Huntington Park in around 8h 42m.

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