How much is the bus ticket from Bakersfield to Merced?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bakersfield to Merced start from $47. The average price for this route is around $58. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Bakersfield to Merced?

The average bus travel time from Bakersfield to Merced is 3h 40m, covering a distance of 253 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h and is operated by Tufesa .

Which bus companies service the Bakersfield to Merced route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus , Tufesa , Greyhound , Los Limousines , Monarca .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bakersfield to Merced?

The earliest bus departs from Bakersfield to Merced at 1:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30am.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bakersfield to Merced?

A bus trip from Bakersfield to Merced generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Bakersfield to Merced?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bakersfield to Merced?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bakersfield to Merced?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bakersfield to Merced?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Bakersfield to Merced from $49 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bakersfield to Merced on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:20am	16th St (Bakersfield)	3h 40m	6:00am	Merced Bus Stop	Cheapest
Bus	10:30am	16th St (Bakersfield)	3h 35m	2:05pm	1579 Martin Luther King Jr Way	Fastest
Bus	10:00am	McKee Park & Ride	4h 5m	2:05pm	1579 Martin Luther King Jr Way	No tags

Next departures for Bakersfield to Merced on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:20am	16th St (Bakersfield)	3h 40m	6:00am	Merced Bus Stop	Cheapest
Bus	10:30am	16th St (Bakersfield)	3h 35m	2:05pm	1579 Martin Luther King Jr Way	Fastest
Bus	10:00am	McKee Park & Ride	4h 5m	2:05pm	1579 Martin Luther King Jr Way	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 9:15 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Bakersfield to Merced

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Merced. The journey takes about 3 hours 1 minute, and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

3h 1mAverage Duration

253 kmDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$47 - $136	Average Duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$51 - $60	Average Duration3h 1m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bakersfield and Merced?

Stops in Bakersfield

A
Tufesa Bus Station
1401 Chamberlain Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93305, USA
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B
Amtrak Station
601 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301, USA
C
Latino Travel
2225 Niles Pt. St , 93306 Bakersfield, CA USA
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Stops in Merced

A
Merced Bus Station
710 W 16th St, Merced, CA 95340, USA
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B
55 E 16th St
55 E. 16th St , CA 95340 , USA
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Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,610 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,465 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Tufesa

3.5/5695 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

Wifi3

Greyhound

3.5/587,403 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Los Limousines

3.5/5272 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi2.7

Monarca

1/510 reviews

Staff1.7

Timeliness1.5

Cleanliness0

Wifi0

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bakersfield to Merced by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Bakersfield to Merced?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bakersfield to Merced start from $47. The average price for this route is around $58. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bakersfield to Merced?
The average bus travel time from Bakersfield to Merced is 3h 40m, covering a distance of 253 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h and is operated by Tufesa.
Which bus companies service the Bakersfield to Merced route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Tufesa, Greyhound, Los Limousines, Monarca.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bakersfield to Merced?
The earliest bus departs from Bakersfield to Merced at 1:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bakersfield to Merced?
A bus trip from Bakersfield to Merced generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bakersfield to Merced?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bakersfield to Merced?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bakersfield to Merced?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bakersfield to Merced?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-26

$71

11-27

$55

Today

$64

11-29

$51

11-30

$129

12-01

$49

12-02

No data

12-03

No data

The cheapest trip from Bakersfield to Merced was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $49

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bakersfield to Merced, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $49 to $133 for a bus ticket from Bakersfield to Merced based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $49 which is on 2025-12-01.

Usually FlixBus, Tufesa will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.