What is the travel distance from Modesto to Merced?

The distance separating Modesto and Merced is 36 miles (57 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Modesto to Merced?

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

Bus Modesto to Merced from $10 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Modesto to Merced on November 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:35pm	Modesto Bus Station	45m	2:20pm	Merced Bus Stop	No tags
3:05pm	Modesto	55m	4:00pm	1579 Martin Luther King Jr Way	No tags
4:35pm	1324 East Hatch Road	1h 30m	6:05pm	Merced (E)	No tags
4:40pm	1324 East Hatch Road	1h 30m	6:10pm	Merced (E)	No tags
6:00pm	Modesto Bus Station	1h 50m	7:50pm	Merced Bus Station	No tags

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Merced. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

1hAverage Duration

37 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$16 - $31	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$12 - $12	Average Duration39m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

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Los Limousines

3.5/5261 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi2.8

Tufesa

3.5/5693 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

Wifi2.9

Since 1994, Tufesa has been offering comfortable, safe, and affordable bus travel in the United States (California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona and Texas) and Mexico (Baja California Sur, Sonora, Sinaloa and Guadalajara). Tufesa buses are equipped with comfortable reclining seats, power outlets, bathrooms, and WiFi (only in Mexico). Tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to 1 hour before travel time for a small fee. The company accepts e-tickets, so you don't have to worry about printing your boarding pass. With over 1 daily trips, you'll surely find a convenient trip that fits your needs and your schedule.

Greyhound

3.5/587,359 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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.

FlixBus

3.5/511,235 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

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.

Monarca

1/510 reviews

Staff1.7

Timeliness1.5

Cleanliness0

Wifi0

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Modesto and Merced?

Stops in Modesto

A - Modesto Bus Station

B - Lukyds Travel

C - 1511 Crows Landing Rd

Stops in Merced

A - Merced Bus Station

B - 55 E 16th St

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Modesto to Merced by bus

What is the travel distance from Modesto to Merced?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Modesto to Merced?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/06

$12

11/07

$10

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$10

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The cheapest trip from Modesto to Merced was searched and found on Nov 7, 2025 with a price of $10

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

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