The cheapest and fastest buses from Merced, CA to Riverside, CA
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
6 h 55 m
Average duration
6 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
465 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Merced, CA to Riverside, 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 Riverside, CA will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
Of the 1 buses that leave Merced, CA for Riverside, CA on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 465 km distance in an average of 6 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 55 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 6 h 55 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, train, and flight for Merced, CA to Riverside, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Merced, CA to Riverside, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €45. 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 bus costs an average of €45, and a flight costs an average of €138.
Distance: 288 miles (465 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€52 Average price Cheapest | €57 Average price | €147 Average price |
7h 17m Average total duration 6h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 36m Average total duration 7h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets Merced, CA to Riverside, CA by bus, train, or flight
Compare bus, train, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Merced, CA to Riverside, CA
Distance 288 miles (465 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€45) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 55m |
First bus 01:00 |
Last bus 18:50 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Merced, CA to Riverside, CA start from as low as $55 (€45) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $64 (€52) depending on the train type and class.
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