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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Fullerton, CA to Merced, CA
Cheapest price
$61
Average price
$61
Fastest journey
7 h 5 m
Average duration
7 h 5 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
446 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Fullerton, 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 Fullerton, CA to Merced, CA will cost around $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
Of the 2 buses that leave Fullerton, CA for Merced, CA on Tue, Aug 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 446 km distance in an average of 7 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 5 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 7 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:50 AM7h05Fullerton, CA3:55 PMMerced, CA$611One-way0 transfers- 7:50 AM7h05Fullerton, CA2:55 PMMerced, CA$611One-way0 transfers
- 8:50 AM7h05Fullerton, CA3:55 PMMerced, CA$611One-way0 transfers
- 7:50 AM7h05Fullerton, CA2:55 PMMerced, CA$611One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Fullerton, CA to Merced, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fullerton, CA to Merced, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $71. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $71, and a flight costs an average of $56.
Distance: 277 miles (446 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$81 Average price | $77 Average price Cheapest | $83 Average price |
8h 54m Average total duration 8h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Fullerton, CA to Merced, CA:
A train is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Fullerton, CA to Merced, CA costing on average $81 (€66).
A train is $5 (€4) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Fullerton, CA to Merced, CA costing on average $83 (€67).
Other travel options to Merced, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 10m.
Bus takes on average 8h 24m.
Fullerton, CA to Merced, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $76 |
Live departures
Fullerton, CA to Merced, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Fullerton, CA to Merced, CA buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:50 AM Fullerton, CA | 7h05 | 2:55 PM Merced, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:50 AM Fullerton, CA | 7h05 | 3:55 PM Merced, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Fullerton, CA to Merced, CA
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Buses from Fullerton, CA to Merced, CA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $61 (€49) but you can travel from only $56 (€46) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 20:47. The fastest bus covers the 277 miles (446 km) distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 277 miles (446 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€49) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 6h 50m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 8:47 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 3 days |
FAQs: Bus from Fullerton, CA to Merced, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fullerton, 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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Popular bus stations from Fullerton, CA to Merced, CA
Most Fullerton, CA to Merced, CA buses use the Anaheim, Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC) to Merced, W 16th St (Greyhound Bus Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Fullerton, CA and Merced, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Merced, W 16th St (Greyhound Bus Station) from Merced city centre
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