Bus from Houston, US to Merced: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Houston to Merced on December 31
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Houston Bus Station
1579 Martin Luther King Jr WayCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Houston Bus Station
Merced Bus StopFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Houston Bus Station
Merced Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Houston Bus Station
1579 Martin Luther King Jr WayNo tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
Merced Bus StopNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:39 PM CST.

Get from Houston to Merced

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 days, 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $284, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
2d 4hAverage Duration
1527 milesDistance
62kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Houston, US 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.

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Merced start from $284. The average price for this route is around $493. 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 Houston to Merced?

    The average bus trip duration from Houston to Merced is 2d 4h, covering a distance of 1527 miles (2463 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 18h and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to Merced?

    The earliest bus departs from Houston to Merced at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 7:50pm.

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

    A bus trip from Houston to Merced generates an estimated 62 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Valley Transit has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Houston to Merced?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Houston to Merced?

    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
12/28
No data
12/29
$542
Today
No data
12/31
$383
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Houston, US to Merced was searched and found on Dec 31, 2025 with a price of $383

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

You can expect to pay from $383 to $542 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Merced based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $383 which is on 2025-12-31.

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