The cheapest and fastest buses from Emeryville, CA to Merced, CA
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$42
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
8 h 48 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
169 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Emeryville, CA to Merced, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Emeryville, CA to Merced, CA will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
It's difficult to get from Emeryville, CA to Merced, CA without transferring at least once.
· 4:00 PM9h05San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 291:05 AMMerced, W 16th St (Greyhound Bus Station)$391One-way1 transfer
· 4:35 PM8h30Oakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA1:05 AMMerced, W 16th St (Greyhound Bus Station)$451One-way1 transfer
· 4:35 PM8h30Oakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA1:05 AMMerced, W 16th St (Greyhound Bus Station)$451One-way1 transfer
· 4:00 PM9h05San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 291:05 AMMerced, W 16th St (Greyhound Bus Station)$391One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Emeryville, CA to Merced, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Emeryville, CA to Merced, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $33, and a bus costs an average of $70.
Distance: 105 miles (169 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$75 Average price | $34 Average price Cheapest |
8h 50m Average total duration 8h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Emeryville, CA to Merced, CA:
A train is $41 (€34) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Emeryville, CA to Merced, CA costing on average $75 (€61).
Other travel options to Merced, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 20m.
Emeryville, CA to Merced, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $78 |
Compare prices and tickets Emeryville, CA to Merced, CA by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Emeryville, CA to Merced, CA
Buses from Emeryville, CA to Merced, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $70 (€58) but you can travel from only $33 (€27) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 06:05, the last at 21:19. The fastest bus covers the 105 miles (169 km) distance in 8h 20m.
Distance 105 miles (169 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€58) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 20m |
First bus 6:05 AM |
Last bus 9:19 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 4 days |
FAQs: Bus from Emeryville, CA to Merced, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Emeryville, CA to Merced, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Merced, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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