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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Merced

Bus
Average PriceUS$231 - US$469Average Duration2d 10h
71kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$149 - US$404Average Duration2d 8h
259kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to Merced

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Merced. The journey takes about 2 days, 8 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$149, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
2d 8hAverage Duration
US$149Cheapest ticket
259kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Merced: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$303
Average Bus Trip Duration2d 10h
Number of daily buses12
Earliest bus departure12:15am
Distance2842 km
Latest bus departure11:50pm

Chicago to Merced Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Chicago to Merced. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Chicago to Merced from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Merced from Chicago, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Merced

  1. What is the distance between Chicago and Merced?

    The distance between Chicago and Merced is around 2845 km (1764 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Chicago to Merced?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago, and end it at Merced Bus Station, in Merced.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Merced was searched and found on Jul 24, 2025 with a price of US$344

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

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 Chicago and Merced!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Chicago to Merced, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Chicago 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.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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

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Bus from Chicago to Merced

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Train from Chicago to Merced

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