The cheapest and fastest buses from Fullerton, CA to Merced, CA
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$62
Fastest journey
7 h 5 m
Average duration
7 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
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 $62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
It's difficult to get from Fullerton, CA to Merced, CA without transferring at least once.
5811 AMTRAK · 711 Gold Runner
5811 AMTRAK · 711 Gold RunnerFullerton, CA to Merced, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $62 |
Live departures
Fullerton, CA to Merced, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Fullerton, CA to Merced, CA buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, February 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5811 AMTRAK · 711 Gold Runner | 8:50 AM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 7h05 | 3:55 PM Merced Station, Merced, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Fullerton, CA to Merced, CA
Take a bus from Fullerton, CA to Merced, CA and enjoy the approximately 277 miles (446 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 277 miles (446 km) distance in 15h 21m.
Distance 277 miles (446 km) |
Average bus duration 28h 32m |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 15h 21m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: OCTA from Fullerton, CA to Merced, CAYou can travel by bus between Fullerton, CA to Merced, CA with OCTA. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Fullerton, CA to Merced, CA
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