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The Neon Museum
Immersive museum preserving iconic Las Vegas signs in an outdoor boneyard. It is essential for understanding the city's visual history and neon design legacy.
Cheapest price on Sep 14
$161
Average ticket price on Sep 14
$161
Fastest journey on Sep 14
20 h 28 m
Average journey duration on Sep 14
20 h 28 m
Buses on Sep 14
1
Distance
492 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Merced, CA to Las Vegas, NV 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 Las Vegas, NV will cost around $161 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $161.
It's difficult to get from Merced, CA to Las Vegas, NV without transferring at least once.


| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 09:28PM | Duration 20h28 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $161 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 24h00 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $173 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 01:23PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 8h47 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $134 |
The table below shows live departures for Merced, CA to Las Vegas, NV buses for today, Sunday, September 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
712 Gold Runner · 5619 AMTRAK | 1:23 PM Merced Station, Merced, CA | 9h07 | 10:30 PM Las Vegas, NV | 1 transfer | |
712 Gold Runner · 5619 AMTRAK | 1:23 PM Merced Station, Merced, CA | 8h47 | 10:10 PM Las Vegas, NV | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, September 14 | |||||
![]() | 1:00 AM Merced, CA | 20h28 | 9:28 PM Las Vegas, NV | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Merced, CA to Las Vegas, NV run on average 3 times per day, taking around 13h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $68 (€55) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 305 miles (492 km) distance in 11h 40m.
Distance 305 miles (492 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $68 (€55) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 11h 40m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 4 days |
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Tip 15-20% in restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, 10-15% for taxis, and round up or add $1 at cafes for good service.
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Most Merced, CA to Las Vegas, NV buses use the Merced, W 16th St (Greyhound Bus Station) to Las Vegas, Lv All In Shuttle LLC station pair, with some services arriving at Las Vegas, S Las Vegas Blvd (Forever 21). Use this guide to compare Merced, CA and Las Vegas, NV bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Merced, W 16th St (Greyhound Bus Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Available for passengers. ATMs are available at Merced, W 16th St (Greyhound Bus Station).
Ticket office support is available at Merced, W 16th St (Greyhound Bus Station).
Available at Merced, W 16th St (Greyhound Bus Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Merced, W 16th St (Greyhound Bus Station): Wheelchair accessible entrance.
Las Vegas, Lv All In Shuttle LLC is 11 km from Las Vegas city centre. Public transport options include:
Las Vegas, Lv All In Shuttle LLC has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast food outlets are nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Las Vegas, Lv All In Shuttle LLC. ATMs are aTMs are available in nearby locations.
Ticket office support is available at Las Vegas, Lv All In Shuttle LLC.
Available at Las Vegas, Lv All In Shuttle LLC: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Las Vegas, Lv All In Shuttle LLC: Wheelchair ramps are available for accessibility.
Las Vegas, S Las Vegas Blvd (Forever 21) is 5 km from Las Vegas city centre. Public transport options include:
Las Vegas, S Las Vegas Blvd (Forever 21) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Nearby restaurants on S Las Vegas Blvd.
Wi-Fi is available at Las Vegas, S Las Vegas Blvd (Forever 21). ATMs are available nearby on S Las Vegas Blvd.
Ticket office support is available at Las Vegas, S Las Vegas Blvd (Forever 21).
Available at Las Vegas, S Las Vegas Blvd (Forever 21): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Las Vegas, S Las Vegas Blvd (Forever 21): Accessible for passengers with disabilities.
Las Vegas, 1st St (Downtown) is 1 km from Las Vegas city centre. Public transport options include:
Las Vegas, 1st St (Downtown) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Fast food restaurants nearby
Free Wi-Fi in waiting area. ATMs are aTM located inside.
Ticket office support is available at Las Vegas, 1st St (Downtown).
Available at Las Vegas, 1st St (Downtown): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Las Vegas, 1st St (Downtown): Wheelchair accessible.
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