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Today28 Jun
from US$86
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Next departures to Merced

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 28 June at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Santa Barbara Station
    Arrival time: 29 June at
    Destination city: Merced
    Destination location: 1579 Martin Luther King Jr Way
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 28 June at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Santa Barbara Station
    Arrival time: 29 June at
    Destination city: Merced
    Destination location: Merced Bus Stop
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 28 June at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Santa Barbara Station
    Arrival time: 29 June at
    Destination city: Merced
    Destination location: Merced Bus Stop
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 28 June at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: UC Santa Barbara
    Arrival time: 29 June at
    Destination city: Merced
    Destination location: Merced Amtrak
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 28 June at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: 29 June at
    Destination city: Merced
    Destination location: Merced Amtrak
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Merced

Bus
Average priceUS$70 - US$121Average duration11h 10m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$79 - US$79Average duration10h 24m
30kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Santa Barbara to Merced

Among 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.

1train per day
10h 24mAverage duration
US$79Cheapest ticket
30kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Santa Barbara to Merced: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$86
Average bus trip duration11h 10m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure15:20
Distance204 miles
Latest bus departure18:45

Santa Barbara to Merced Bus

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We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Santa Barbara to Merced.

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Barbara - Merced

  1. How far is Merced from Santa Barbara by coach?

    The journey from Santa Barbara to Merced by coach covers an approximate distance of 204 miles (329 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Merced from Santa Barbara without a car?

    You can reach Merced from Santa Barbara 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.

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US$59
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US$59
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Merced was searched and found on 26 Jun 2025 with a price of US$59

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Bus from Santa Barbara to Merced

You can also go to Merced by train

Train from Santa Barbara to Merced

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