Bus from Merced to Fresno, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Merced to Fresno on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Merced Bus Stop
Amtrak StationCheapest
FlixBusBus
1579 Martin Luther King Jr Way
CSU Fresno (Shaw & Cedar)Fastest
FlixBusBus
1579 Martin Luther King Jr Way
Amtrak StationNo tags
Los LimousinesBus
Merced Bus Station
1157 F StNo tags
Los LimousinesBus
Merced Bus Station
1157 F StNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Merced to Fresno

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Fresno. The journey takes about 1 hour, and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day
1hAverage Duration
89 kmDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$25 - $80Average Duration1h 5m
2kg CO₂e
Average Price$24 - $29Average Duration1h
8kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Merced to Fresno, US by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Merced to Fresno?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Merced to Fresno start from $25. The average price for this route is around $39. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Merced to Fresno?

    The average bus travel time from Merced to Fresno is 1h 5m, covering a distance of 89 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 55m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Merced to Fresno route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Los Limousines, Tufesa, Greyhound, Monarca.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Merced to Fresno?

    The earliest bus departs from Merced to Fresno at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 6:00pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Merced to Fresno?

    A bus trip from Merced to Fresno generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Merced to Fresno?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Merced to Fresno?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tufesa has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Merced to Fresno?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Merced to Fresno?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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
11-25
$23
11-26
$24
Today
$23
11-28
$23
11-29
$20
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Merced to Fresno, US was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $20

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

You can expect to pay from $20 to $72 for a bus ticket from Merced to Fresno, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2025-11-29.

Usually Los Limousines 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.

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