The cheapest and fastest buses from Merced, CA to Hayward, CA
Cheapest price
$33
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
147 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Merced, CA to Hayward, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Merced, CA to Hayward, CA will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
Of the 1 buses that leave Merced, CA for Hayward, CA on Wed, Nov 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct buses cover the 147 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Merced, CA to Hayward, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Merced, CA to Hayward, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €31, and a bus costs an average of €23.
Distance: 91 miles (147 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€45 Average price | €33 Average price Cheapest |
3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Merced, CA to Hayward, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Merced, CA to Hayward, CA buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:00 PM Merced, CA | 2h30 | 10:30 PM Hayward, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Merced, CA to Hayward, CA
Distance 91 miles (147 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 06:05 |
Last bus 18:25 |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Merced, CA to Hayward, CAYou can travel by bus between Merced, CA to Hayward, CA with Greyhound for as low as $28 (€23). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Merced, CA to Hayward, CA

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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
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- $15 per additional bag.
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