Find coaches from Merced to San Luis Obispo

Compare 2 ways to travel from Merced to San Luis Obispo

Bus
Average priceUS$88 - US$114Average duration12h 25m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$60 - US$63Average duration5h 40m
21kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Merced to San Luis Obispo

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Luis Obispo. The journey takes about 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day
5h 40mAverage duration
US$60Cheapest ticket
21kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Merced to San Luis Obispo: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$89
Average bus trip duration12h 25m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure01:00
Distance141 miles

Merced to San Luis Obispo Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Merced - San Luis Obispo

  1. How far is San Luis Obispo from Merced by coach?

    The journey from Merced to San Luis Obispo by coach covers an approximate distance of 143 miles (230 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Merced to San Luis Obispo without a car?

    The best way to go from Merced to San Luis Obispo without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Merced to San Luis Obispo, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Merced to San Luis Obispo.

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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.

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

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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