Bus Tickets from Austin, TX to Merced, CA

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Compare 2 ways to go from Austin to Merced

Average PriceUS$128 - US$139Average Duration2d 1h
56kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$371 - US$371Average Duration1d 21h
203kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Austin to Merced

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Merced. The journey takes about 2 days, 1 hour 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$128, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day
2d 1hAverage Duration
US$128Cheapest ticket
56kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Austin to Merced: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$131
Average Bus Trip Duration2d 1h
Number of daily buses15
Earliest bus departure3:30am
Distance2236 km
Latest bus departure11:45pm

Austin to Merced Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Austin - Merced

  1. How long is the trip from Austin to Merced by bus?

    The bus ride from Austin to Merced takes 2d 1h, on average. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Merced in 1d 17h

  2. What is the travel distance from Austin to Merced?

    Austin and Merced are 2239 km (1388 miles) apart.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Austin to Merced?

    Buses departing from Greyhound Station in Austin will take you to Merced Bus Station in Merced.

  4. What is the cheapest way to get from Austin to Merced?

    Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Austin to Merced. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$128, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from Austin to Merced?

    The bus from Austin to Merced will cost you US$131, on average.

  6. Is there an overnight bus from Austin to Merced?

    Yes! If you're heading from Austin to Merced, you'll find buses departing until 11:45pm and arriving the next day.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Austin and Merced!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Austin to Merced.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Austin to Merced.

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Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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