What is the cheapest way to get from Silicon Valley to Merced?

The cheapest way to get from Silicon Valley to Merced is to line 22 bus and bus which costs $11 - $30 and takes 6h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Silicon Valley to Merced?

The fastest way to get from Silicon Valley to Merced is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Silicon Valley and Merced?

No, there is no direct bus from Silicon Valley to Merced. However, there are services departing from El Camino & Galvez and arriving at Transpo via San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant and Pacheco @ Target. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Silicon Valley to Merced?

The distance between Silicon Valley and Merced is 168 miles. The road distance is 118.7 miles.

How do I travel from Silicon Valley to Merced without a car?

The best way to get from Silicon Valley to Merced without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 23m and costs $28 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Silicon Valley to Merced?

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Silicon Valley to Merced, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Silicon Valley to Merced bus from?

Silicon Valley to Merced bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from El Camino & Galvez station.

Where does the Silicon Valley to Merced bus arrive?

Silicon Valley to Merced bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at King & Virginia station.

Can I drive from Silicon Valley to Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between Silicon Valley to Merced is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Silicon Valley to Merced.

Where can I stay near Merced?

There are 33+ hotels available in Merced.

Silicon Valley to Merced - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 22 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Silicon Valley to Merced by train, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Santa Clara Station to Stockton - Robert J Cabral Stationtrain Ace
2. Take the bus from Stockton to Mercedbus FlixBus 2007
6h 23m
$28–46
Line 22 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Camino & Galvez to King & Virginiabus 22
2. Take the bus from San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant to Los Bañosbus
3. Take the bus from Pacheco @ Target to Transpobus Lb
6h 35m
$12–30
Drive 118 mi
1. Drive from Silicon Valley to Mercedcar 118 mi
2h 24m
$22–32

Silicon Valley to Merced by train, bus, and foot

7Weekly Services

6h 23mAverage Duration

$28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.4 mi
Duration: 6h 23m

What companies run services between Silicon Valley, CA, USA and Merced, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from El Camino & Galvez to Transpo via King & Virginia, San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant, Los Baños, and Pacheco @ Target in around 6h 35m.

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