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Busbud recommends taking the train from San Diego to MercedAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Merced. The journey takes about 11 hours 12 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus San Diego to Merced: Trip Overview
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San Diego to Merced Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Diego - Merced
How long is the trip from San Diego to Merced by bus?
The bus ride from San Diego to Merced takes 12h 35m, on average. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Merced in 8h 35m
What is the travel distance from San Diego to Merced?
The distance between San Diego and Merced is approximately 594 km (369 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from San Diego to Merced?
Buses departing from Mission Valley Sheraton in San Diego will take you to Merced Bus Station in Merced.
What is the cheapest way to get from San Diego to Merced?
Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from San Diego to Merced. Starting at US$56, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.
How much does the bus ticket cost from San Diego to Merced?
You can expect to pay around US$83 for the bus ride from San Diego to Merced.
Is there an overnight bus from San Diego to Merced?
Yes! If you're heading from San Diego to Merced, you'll find buses departing until 9:05pm and arriving the next day.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Diego to Merced was searched and found on May 19, 2025 with a price of US$61To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Diego to Merced, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$61 to US$92 for a bus ticket from San Diego to Merced based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$61 which is on 2025-05-19.
Usually LLIO 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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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 San Diego and Merced!
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Diego to Merced, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Diego to Merced will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from San Diego to Merced while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
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.
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