Next bus departures

Next departures for Indio to Merced on October 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:15pm	Palm Springs North	9h 30m	5:45am	Merced Bus Stop	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	7:40pm	Indio Bus Station	10h 5m	5:45am	Merced Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Indio to Merced on October 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	12:20pm	Desert Hot Springs (Chevron)	17h 25m	5:45am	Merced Bus Stop	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:15pm	Palm Springs North	9h 30m	5:45am	Merced Bus Stop	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	7:40pm	Indio Bus Station	10h 5m	5:45am	Merced Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	2:10am	Indio Bus Station	11h 35m	1:45pm	1579 Martin Luther King Jr Way	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:47 PM PDT.

Get from Indio to Merced

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $127, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

11h 35mAverage Duration

335 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Indio and Merced

Stops in Indio

A
Restaurant Tacos Jalisco Indio
43501 Monroe St, Indio, CA 92201, USA
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B
Indio Bus Station
83-100 Indio Blvd, Indio, CA 92201

Stops in Merced

A
Merced Bus Station
710 W 16th St, Merced, CA 95340, USA
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B
55 E 16th St
55 E. 16th St , CA 95340 , USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/588,239 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Los Limousines

3.4/5319 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi2.7

FlixBus

3.5/516,283 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Tufesa, Chihuahuenses, Adirondack Trailways, Valley Transit, Wanda Coach

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Indio 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 Indio to Merced?
The cheapest bus tickets from Indio to Merced start from $127. The average price for this route is around $148. 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 Indio to Merced?
The average bus trip duration from Indio to Merced is 11h 35m, covering a distance of 335 miles (540 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Indio to Merced route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Los Limousines, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indio to Merced?
The earliest bus departs from Indio to Merced at 2:10am. And the latest bus departs at 8:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indio to Merced?
A bus trip from Indio to Merced generates an estimated 13.495124999999998 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Indio 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 88213 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indio to Merced?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Indio to Merced?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Indio to Merced?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.