Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | UC Riverside | 1579 Martin Luther King Jr Way | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | UC Riverside | Merced Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
| Bus | UC Riverside | 1579 Martin Luther King Jr Way | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | UC Riverside | Merced Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
| Bus | UC Riverside | 1579 Martin Luther King Jr Way | No tags |
Get from Riverside to Merced
The journey takes about 17 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just £70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Riverside and Merced?
Stops in Riverside
Stops in Merced
- A710 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 by bus from Riverside, CA to Merced
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Riverside to Merced?
The cheapest coach tickets from Riverside to Merced start from £70. The average price for this route is around £102. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Riverside to Merced?
The average bus journey time from Riverside to Merced is 17h 45m, covering a distance of 290 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 26m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Riverside to Merced route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Riverside to Merced?
The earliest bus departs from Riverside to Merced at 12:15. And the latest bus departs at 19:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Riverside to Merced?
A bus journey from Riverside to Merced produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Riverside 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 5696 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Riverside to Merced?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Riverside to Merced?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Riverside 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 Riverside, CA to Merced was searched and found on 17 Jan 2026 with a price of £48To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Riverside, CA to Merced as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £48 to £61 for a bus ticket from Riverside, CA to Merced based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £48, which is on 2026-01-17.
