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

The cheapest way to get from Simi Valley to Merced is to bus via Van Nuys which costs $29 - $100 and takes 6h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Simi Valley to Merced is to drive which takes 4h 29m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Simi Valley and Merced?

No, there is no direct bus from Simi Valley to Merced. However, there are services departing from First Street and Cochran Street and arriving at Merced Bus Stop via Chatsworth Station and Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 57m.

How far is it from Simi Valley to Merced?

The distance between Simi Valley and Merced is 289 miles. The road distance is 270.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Simi Valley to Merced without a car is to bus via Van Nuys which takes 6h 58m and costs $29 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 6h 58m to get from Simi Valley to Merced, including transfers.

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

Simi Valley to Merced bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Los Angeles station.

Where does the Simi Valley to Merced bus arrive?

Simi Valley to Merced bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Merced Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Simi Valley to Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between Simi Valley to Merced is 270 miles. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Simi Valley to Merced.

Where can I stay near Merced?

There are 30+ hotels available in Merced.

Simi Valley to Merced - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Simi Valley to Merced by bus, car, train, plane, 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 via Van Nuys
best
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles - Pacoima to MercedNogales
6h 58m
$29–98
Drive 268.9 mi
1. Drive from Simi Valley to Merced268.9 mi
4h 29m
$50–71
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Moorpark to L.A. Union Station
2. Fly from Jack Northrop Field/Hawthorne Municipal Airport (HHR) to Merced Municipal Airport (MCE)HHR - MCE
7h 5m
$167–195
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Moorpark Amtrak to Van Nuys
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles - Pacoima to Bakersfield, CA
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Merced
8h 10m
$69–176
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Merced Bus StopGreyhound US0810
8h 57m
$41–88

Simi Valley to Merced by bus and train

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6h 58mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 287.7 mi
Duration: 6h 58m

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

Tufesa operates a bus from Los Angeles - Pacoima to Merced 3 times a week. Tickets cost $50–80 and the journey takes 3h 37m. Tufesa Mexico also services this route 3 times a week.

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