Bus from Phoenix, AZ to Merced: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Phoenix to Merced on February 13
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Tufesa
N 27th Ave
Merced Bus StationCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Phoenix Bus Station
Merced Bus StopNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Phoenix Bus Station
1579 Martin Luther King Jr WayNo tags
Los Limousines
Phoenix E Jefferson St
Merced Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Phoenix Bus Station
1579 Martin Luther King Jr WayNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:28 PM MST.

Get from Phoenix to Merced

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 22 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $169, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
22h 5mAverage Duration
888 kmDistance
22kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Phoenix, AZ 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 Phoenix to Merced?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Phoenix to Merced start from $169. The average price for this route is around $234. 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 Phoenix to Merced?

    The average bus travel time from Phoenix to Merced is 22h 5m, covering a distance of 888 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 50m and is operated by Tufesa.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Los Limousines, FlixBus, Tufesa, Greyhound, Amtrak.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Phoenix to Merced at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.

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

    A bus trip from Phoenix to Merced generates an estimated 22 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 Phoenix to Merced?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5752 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Phoenix 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 Phoenix to Merced?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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
02-10
$191
02-11
$160
Today
$190
02-13
$160
02-14
$195
02-15
$172
02-16
No data
02-17
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Phoenix, AZ to Merced was searched and found on Feb 11, 2026 with a price of $160

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

You can expect to pay from $160 to $457 for a bus ticket from Phoenix, AZ to Merced based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $160 which is on 2026-02-13.

Usually Greyhound, Amtrak 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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