Find coaches from San Diego, CA, US to Merced

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Next departures from San Diego to Merced on 27 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Santa Fe Depot
Merced AmtrakCheapest
Los Limousines
Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)
Merced Bus StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Merced Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Greyhound Bus Stop
Merced Bus StopNo tags
Los Limousines
Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)
Merced Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Merced

Bus
Average priceUS$52 - US$165Average duration11h
15kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$74 - US$92Average duration11h 12m
54kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from San Diego to Merced

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Merced. The journey takes about 11 hours 12 minutes and with fares starting at just US$74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7train per day
11h 12mAverage duration
US$74Cheapest ticket
54kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Diego, CA, US to Merced: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$105
Average bus trip duration11h
Number of daily buses12
Earliest bus departure02:00
Distance364 miles
Latest bus departure22:30

San Diego to Merced Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Diego, CA, US - Merced

  1. How far is Merced from San Diego by coach?

    The journey from San Diego to Merced by coach covers an approximate distance of 369 miles (594 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Merced from San Diego without flying?

    To travel from San Diego to Merced without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

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

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25/09
US$64
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US$64
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US$64
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Merced was searched and found on 1 Oct 2025 with a price of US$64

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

You can expect to pay from US$64 to US$97 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Merced based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$64, which is on 2025-10-01.

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 Diego and Merced!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Diego to Merced, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Diego to Merced will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from San Diego to Merced while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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