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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Long Beach | Merced Bus Stop | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Long Beach Bus Station | Merced Bus Stop | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 12:03 PM PST.
Get from Long Beach to Merced
The journey takes about 14 hours, and with fares starting at just $89, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Long Beach and Merced?
Stops in Merced
- A710 W 16th St, Merced, CA 95340, USA
- B55 E. 16th St , CA 95340 , USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Long Beach, CA 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 Long Beach to Merced?
The cheapest bus tickets from Long Beach to Merced start from $89. The average price for this route is around $157. 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 Long Beach to Merced?
The average bus travel time from Long Beach to Merced is 14h, covering a distance of 443 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Long Beach to Merced route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Long Beach to Merced?
The earliest bus departs from Long Beach to Merced at 11:40am. And the latest bus departs at 8:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Long Beach to Merced?
A bus trip from Long Beach to Merced generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Long Beach 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 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Long Beach to Merced?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Long Beach 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Long Beach 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.
The cheapest trip from Long Beach, CA to Merced was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $107To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Long Beach, CA to Merced, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $107 to $188 for a bus ticket from Long Beach, CA to Merced based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $107 which is on 2025-12-04.
