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Bus Merced to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

Bus Merced to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$96
Average bus trip duration11h 45m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure01:20
Distance204 miles
Latest bus departure23:30

Merced to Santa Barbara buses

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

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Merced to Santa Barbara.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Merced to Santa Barbara, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses3
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures01:20 - 23:30
Minimum PriceUS$73
Average Ticket PriceUS$96
Minimum Trip Duration11h25m
Average Bus Trip Duration11h45m
Distance204 miles
Bus companies on this routeGreyhound, FlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Merced - Santa Barbara

The average bus ticket price from Merced to Santa Barbara is US$96. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Merced to Santa Barbara is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between Merced and Santa Barbara is around 11h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 11h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 204 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from Merced to Santa Barbara can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Merced to Santa Barbara by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from Merced to Santa Barbara, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

Buses travelling between Merced and Santa Barbara leave from Merced Bus Station or 55 E 16th St and arrive at Train Station.

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 Merced and Santa Barbara!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Merced to Santa Barbara.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Merced to Santa Barbara that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Merced to Santa Barbara, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Will you be returning to Merced by bus?

Bus from Santa Barbara to Merced

You can also go to Santa Barbara by train

Train from Merced to Santa Barbara

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