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

The cheapest way to get from Tehachapi to Merced is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tehachapi to Merced is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Tehachapi and Merced?

No, there is no direct bus from Tehachapi to Merced. However, there are services departing from Tehachapi Park & Ride and arriving at Merced Bus Stop via Bakersfield Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Tehachapi to Merced?

The distance between Tehachapi and Merced is 211 miles. The road distance is 203.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tehachapi to Merced without a car is to bus via Bakersfield which takes 4h 13m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Tehachapi to Merced, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tehachapi to Merced bus from?

Tehachapi to Merced bus services, operated by Kern Transit, depart from Tehachapi Park & Ride station.

Where does the Tehachapi to Merced bus arrive?

Tehachapi to Merced bus services, operated by Kern Transit, arrive at Bakersfield Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Tehachapi to Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between Tehachapi to Merced is 204 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Tehachapi to Merced.

Where can I stay near Merced?

There are 32+ hotels available in Merced.

Tehachapi to Merced - 4 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Tehachapi to Merced by bus, car, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), or bus (Flixbus)

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 Bakersfield
best
1. Take the bus from Tehachapi Park & Ride to GET Downtown Transit Center100
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to MercedNogales
4h 13m
Drive 202.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tehachapi to Merced202.4 mi
3h 23m
$37–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tehachapi Park & Ride to Bakersfield Amtrak100
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Merced Bus StopGreyhound US0810
5h 40m
Bus via Greenfield
1. Take the bus from Tehachapi Park & Ride to GET Downtown Transit Center100
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to MercedFlixBus 2007
7h 25m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 209.5 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Tehachapi Park & Ride to Merced via GET Downtown Transit Center and Bakersfield, CA in around 4h 13m.

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