Bus Tickets from San Bernardino to Merced

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TodayJul 30
from US$96
TomorrowJul 31
from US$54
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SunAug 3
MonAug 4
from US$62
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Next departures to Merced

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: San Bernardino
    Departure location: San Bernardino Downtown
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Merced
    Destination location: 1579 Martin Luther King Jr Way
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: San Bernardino
    Departure location: San Bernardino Depot
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Merced
    Destination location: Merced Amtrak
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: San Bernardino
    Departure location: San Bernardino Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Merced
    Destination location: Merced Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: San Bernardino
    Departure location: San Bernardino Downtown
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Merced
    Destination location: Merced Bus Stop
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: San Bernardino
    Departure location: San Bernardino Bus Station
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Merced
    Destination location: Merced Bus Station
    Operated by: Los LimousinesLos Limousines
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Bernardino to Merced

Bus
Average PriceUS$40 - US$135Average Duration12h 45m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$61 - US$68Average Duration9h 22m
42kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from San Bernardino to Merced

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Merced. The journey takes about 9 hours 22 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
9h 22mAverage Duration
US$61Cheapest ticket
42kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Bernardino to Merced: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$96
Average Bus Trip Duration12h 45m
Number of daily buses11
Earliest bus departure4:05am
Distance459 km
Latest bus departure10:00pm

San Bernardino to Merced Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Bernardino - Merced

  1. How far is San Bernardino from Merced?

    San Bernardino and Merced are 459 km (285 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from San Bernardino to Merced?

    Buses departing from San Bernardino Greyhound Station in San Bernardino will take you to Merced Bus Station in Merced.

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

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US$58
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US$47
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Bernardino to Merced was searched and found on Jul 31, 2025 with a price of US$47

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

You can expect to pay from US$47 to US$90 for a bus ticket from San Bernardino to Merced based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$47 which is on 2025-07-31.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between San Bernardino and Merced!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from San Bernardino to Merced.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from San Bernardino to Merced.

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

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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

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Bus from San Bernardino to Merced

You can also go to Merced by train

Train from San Bernardino to Merced

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