Find coaches from Oakland to Merced

Today6 Aug
Tomorrow7 Aug
Fri8 Aug
Sat9 Aug
Sun10 Aug
from US$38
Mon11 Aug
from US$37
Tue12 Aug
Wed13 Aug
from US$35

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 10 August at
    Departure city: Oakland
    Departure location: West Oakland BART
    Arrival time: 10 August at
    Destination city: Merced
    Destination location: Merced Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 10 August at
    Departure city: Oakland
    Departure location: Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
    Arrival time: 10 August at
    Destination city: Merced
    Destination location: Merced Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 10 August at
    Departure city: Oakland
    Departure location: Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
    Arrival time: 10 August at
    Destination city: Merced
    Destination location: Merced Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Oakland to Merced

Bus
Average priceUS$33 - US$87Average duration3h 5m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$31 - US$36Average duration2h 59m
15kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Oakland to Merced

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Merced. The journey takes about 2 hours 59 minutes and with fares starting at just US$31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12train per day
2h 59mAverage duration
US$31Cheapest ticket
15kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Oakland to Merced: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$35
Average bus trip duration3h 5m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure12:05
Distance105 miles
Latest bus departure16:35

Oakland to Merced Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Merced from Oakland, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Oakland - Merced

  1. How far is Merced from Oakland by coach?

    The journey from Oakland to Merced by coach covers an approximate distance of 104 miles (168 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Oakland to Merced without a car?

    You can reach Merced from Oakland by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
04/08
US$29
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US$28
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10/08
US$30
11/08
US$29
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to Merced was searched and found on 6 Aug 2025 with a price of US$28

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

You can expect to pay from US$28 to US$30 for a bus ticket from Oakland to Merced based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$29, which is on 2025-08-11.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Oakland to Merced.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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 Oakland 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 Oakland to Merced.

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

Did you know?

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

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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

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