Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Barbara to Merced
Busbud recommends taking the train from Santa Barbara to MercedAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Merced. The journey takes about 10 hours 24 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Santa Barbara to Merced: Trip Overview
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Santa Barbara to Merced Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Barbara - Merced
What is the travel distance from Santa Barbara to Merced?
Santa Barbara and Merced are 329 km (204 miles) apart.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Santa Barbara to Merced?
Buses departing from Train Station in Santa Barbara 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.
The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Merced was searched and found on Jun 26, 2025 with a price of US$59To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Merced, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$59 to US$97 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Merced based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$59 which is on 2025-06-28.
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If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Santa Barbara to Merced but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.
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 Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara to Merced.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Santa Barbara to Merced, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!
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