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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Oceanside Transportation Center | Merced Amtrak | CheapestFastest | |||||
 | Oceanside Bus Station | Merced Bus Stop | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 3:14 PM PDT.
Get from Oceanside to Merced
The journey takes about 9 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $161, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Oceanside and Merced?
Stops in Oceanside
- A
Oceanside Bus Station
215 S TREMONT ST, 92054, California
Stops in Merced
- A
Merced Bus Station
710 W 16th St, Merced, CA 95340, USA - B
55 E 16th St
55 E. 16th St , CA 95340 , USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oceanside 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 Oceanside to Merced?
The cheapest bus tickets from Oceanside to Merced start from $161. The average price for this route is around $203. 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 Oceanside to Merced?
The average bus travel time from Oceanside to Merced is 9h 45m, covering a distance of 537 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Oceanside to Merced route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Oceanside to Merced?
The earliest bus departs from Oceanside to Merced at 8:20pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Oceanside to Merced?
A bus trip from Oceanside to Merced generates an estimated 13.422900000000002 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 Oceanside 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 5817 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Oceanside 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 Oceanside to Merced?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Oceanside 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.
The cheapest trip from Oceanside to Merced was searched and found on Jun 11, 2026 with a price of $92To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Oceanside to Merced, as early as possible.
