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

The cheapest way to get from Stanford to Merced is to line 22 bus and bus which costs $11 - $35 and takes 6h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stanford to Merced is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Stanford and Merced?

No, there is no direct bus from Stanford to Merced. However, there are services departing from Stanford Oval and arriving at Transpo via Palo Alto Transit Center, San Jose - King Rd and Pacheco @ Target. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

How far is it from Stanford to Merced?

The distance between Stanford and Merced is 161 miles. The road distance is 121 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stanford to Merced without a car is to Caltrain and BART and bus which takes 6h 30m and costs $35 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Stanford to Merced, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stanford to Merced bus from?

Stanford to Merced bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from Palo Alto Transit Center station.

Where does the Stanford to Merced bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stanford to Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanford to Merced is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Stanford to Merced.

Where can I stay near Merced?

There are 32+ hotels available in Merced.

Stanford to Merced - 4 ways to travel via Caltrain, BART, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Stanford to Merced by train, subway, 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.

Caltrain, BART, bus
best
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northbound
2. Take the subway from Embarcadero to Dublin / Pleasanton
3. Take the bus from BART Dublin Station to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi90
4. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Merced Bus Stop
6h 30m
$39–78
Line 22 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Center to King & Virginia22
2. Take the bus from San Jose - King Rd to Los Baños
3. Take the bus from Pacheco @ Target to TranspoLb
6h 58m
$11–31
Drive 120.3 mi
1. Drive from Stanford to Merced120.3 mi
2h 28m
$22–32
Line 22 bus, bus via Civic Center Station
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Center to Santa Clara & 1st22
2. Take the bus from San Jose Fronteras to Los Baños
3. Take the bus from Pacheco @ Target to TranspoLb
7h 27m
$34–66

Stanford to Merced by bus, train, tram, and subway

7Weekly Services

6h 30mAverage Duration

$39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160.3 mi
Duration: 6h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Stanford Oval to Transpo via Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 5, Palo Alto Transit Center, King & Virginia, San Jose - King Rd, Los Baños, and Pacheco @ Target in around 6h 58m.

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