Bus from Fresno, US to Merced: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Fresno to Merced on December 3
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Amtrak Station
Merced Bus StopCheapest
TufesaBus
E St
Merced Bus StationFastest
FlixBusBus
Amtrak Station
1579 Martin Luther King Jr WayNo tags
Los LimousinesBus
1157 F St
Merced Bus StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
CSU Fresno (Shaw & Cedar)
1579 Martin Luther King Jr WayNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:03 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Fresno to Merced

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Merced. The journey takes about 57 minutes, and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day
57mAverage Duration
89 kmDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$26 - $80Average Duration1h 5m
2kg CO₂e
Average Price$25 - $29Average Duration57m
8kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Fresno, 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 Fresno to Merced?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Fresno to Merced start from $26. The average price for this route is around $37. 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 Fresno to Merced?

    The average bus travel time from Fresno to Merced is 1h 5m, covering a distance of 89 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 30m and is operated by Tufesa.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Los Limousines, Tufesa, Greyhound, Monarca.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Fresno to Merced?

    The earliest bus departs from Fresno to Merced at 4:55am. And the latest bus departs at 9:05pm.

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

    A bus trip from Fresno to Merced generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tufesa has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Fresno 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Fresno 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
11-30
$61
12-01
$27
Today
$21
12-03
$18
12-04
No data
12-05
$18
12-06
$17
12-07
$18
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Fresno, US to Merced was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $17

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

You can expect to pay from $17 to $72 for a bus ticket from Fresno, US to Merced based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2025-12-06.

Usually Los Limousines will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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