Find coaches from San Diego, CA, US to Merced

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Next departures from San Diego to Merced on 5 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Greyhound Bus Stop
Merced Bus StopCheapest
Los Limousines
Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)
Merced Bus StationFastest
Los Limousines
Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)
Merced Bus StationNo tags
Los Limousines
Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)
Merced Bus StationNo tags
Los Limousines
Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)
Merced Bus StationNo tags

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Get from San Diego to Merced

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The journey takes about 10 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day
10h 45mAverage duration
575 kmDistance
14kgCO₂ emissions

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

Average ticket priceUS$107
Average bus trip duration10h 45m
Number of daily buses10
Earliest bus departure02:00
Distance574 km
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 much does a bus ticket from San Diego to Merced cost?

    The bus ticket price from San Diego to Merced starts at US$54. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Diego to Merced is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from San Diego to Merced?

    The average travel time between San Diego and Merced is around 10h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 594 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between San Diego and Merced?

    The number of buses from San Diego to Merced can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Diego to Merced by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from San Diego to Merced?

    When taking the bus from San Diego to Merced, you can travel comfortably and safely with Los Limousines, Greyhound, Amtrak.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Diego to Merced?

    Buses travelling between San Diego and Merced leave from Mission Valley Sheraton or Old Town Courtyard Marriot and arrive at Merced Bus Station, 55 E 16th St.

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

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US$67
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Merced was searched and found on 31 Oct 2025 with a price of US$67

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$67 to US$134 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$67, which is on 2025-10-31.

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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