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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Merced
    Departure location: Merced Bus Stop
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Houston
    Destination location: 7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Greyhound Bus station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $159
  • Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Merced
    Departure location: Merced Bus Stop
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Houston
    Destination location: 7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Greyhound Bus station
    Operated by
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $193
  • Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Merced
    Departure location: Merced Bus Stop
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Houston
    Destination location: The Woodlands - 1201 Lake Woodlands Dr.
    Operated by
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $150
  • Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Merced
    Departure location: Merced Bus Stop
    Arrival time: May 2 at
    Destination city: Houston
    Destination location: The Woodlands - 1201 Lake Woodlands Dr.
    Operated by
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $151
  • Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Merced
    Departure location: 1579 Martin Luther King Jr Way
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Houston
    Destination location: 7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Greyhound Bus station
    Operated by
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $156
Bus Merced to Houston: Trip Overview

Bus Merced to Houston: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$140
Average bus trip duration1d 21h
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure4:45 AM
Distance1533 miles (2472 km)
Latest bus departure11:35 PM

Merced to Houston Buses

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Merced - Houston

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Houston without flying. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

On average, the trip from Merced to Houston takes around 1d 21h, but you can get there in as little as 1d 18h with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 1531 miles (2469 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Merced and Houston is 1531 miles (2469 km).

The majority of buses traveling from Merced to Houston start their journey at Merced Bus Station and wind up at Downtown Greyhound Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Merced to Houston by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $137.

You can expect to pay around $140 for a bus ticket. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $137 and $350, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Once in Houston, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Museum of Fine Arts, City Hall, Children's Museum Of Houston, Houston Museum of Natural Science and iFLY Indoor Skydiving.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Merced to Houston. Remember to bring along essentials like a blanket and some snacks to ensure a cozy and convenient journey.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Merced to Houston but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Merced to Houston, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Merced to Houston will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Will you be returning to Merced by bus?

Bus from Houston to Merced

You can also go to Houston by train

Train from Merced to Houston

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