Merced, CA to Riverside, CA bus

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Merced, CA to Riverside, CA

Buses from Merced, CA to Riverside, CA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 9h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $54 (€48) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

288 miles (465 km)

Average bus duration

9h 20m

Cheapest ticket price

$54 (€48)

Buses per day

Fastest bus

9h 20m

First bus

01:20

Last bus

22:50

Price information

Bus providers: Amtrak from Merced, CA to Riverside, CA

Find the best buses to Riverside, CA from Merced, CA with Omio's travel partners Amtrak from $56 (€50). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

Amtrak is the main bus company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak buses running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by bus across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more. Amtrak offers different class options suiting any budget, from Coach Class to Business Class, First Class, and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. There are several different ticket types including Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium for you to book for your next bus journey from Merced, CA to Riverside, CA.

Merced, CA to Riverside, CA bus information with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 6 h 55 min
Cheapest Price: $56

FAQs: Bus from Merced, CA to Riverside, CA

FAQs: Take the bus from Merced, CA to Riverside, CA with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Merced, CA to Riverside, CA.

Cheap bus tickets from Merced, CA to Riverside, CA can start from as little as $54 (€48) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Merced, CA to Riverside, CA is $54 (€48); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Merced, CA to Riverside, CA bus time is 9 h 20 min covering the 288 mile (465 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Merced, CA to Riverside, CA leaves at 1: 20 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Merced, CA to Riverside, CA leaves at 10: 50 PM.

The cheapest month for a bus from Merced, CA to Riverside, CA is March.

You have options as you can travel between Merced, CA and Riverside, CA 2 different ways: bus or train.