Bus from Long Beach, CA to Merced: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Long Beach to Merced on December 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Long Beach Bus Station
Merced Bus StopCheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Long Beach
Merced Bus StopNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 6:00 AM PST.

Get from Long Beach to Merced

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 13 hours and with fares starting at just $46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
13hAverage Duration
276 milesDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Long Beach, CA to Merced by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Long Beach to Merced?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Long Beach to Merced start from $46. The average price for this route is around $70. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Long Beach to Merced?

    The average bus trip duration from Long Beach to Merced is 13h, covering a distance of 276 miles (445 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Long Beach to Merced route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Long Beach to Merced?

    The earliest bus departs from Long Beach to Merced at 1:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:35pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Long Beach to Merced?

    A bus trip from Long Beach to Merced generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Long Beach to Merced?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Long Beach to Merced?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Long Beach to Merced?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Long Beach to Merced?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11/29
No data
11/30
$131
Today
$115
12/02
$98
12/03
No data
12/04
$58
12/05
$79
12/06
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Long Beach, CA to Merced was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $58

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

You can expect to pay from $58 to $131 for a bus ticket from Long Beach, CA to Merced based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $58 which is on 2025-12-04.

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