The cheapest and fastest buses from Merced, CA to Martinez, CA
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
7 h 45 m
Average duration
7 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Merced, CA to Martinez, 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 Martinez, CA will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
Of the 1 buses that leave Merced, CA for Martinez, CA on Sat, May 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 02 the direct buses cover the 166 km distance in an average of 7 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 45 m .
On Sat, May 02 the slowest buses will take 7 h 45 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.
10:10 PM7h45Merced, CA5:55 AMMartinez, CA$441One-way0 transfers
10:10 PM7h45Merced, CA5:55 AMMartinez, CA$441One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Merced, CA to Martinez, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Merced, CA to Martinez, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $29, and a bus costs an average of $43.
Distance: 103 miles (166 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$48 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest |
7h 48m Average total duration 7h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Merced, CA to Martinez, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Merced, CA to Martinez, CA buses for today, Friday, May 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:10 PM Merced, CA | 7h45 | 5:55 AM Martinez, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Merced, CA to Martinez, CA
Buses from Merced, CA to Martinez, CA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $43 (€34) but you can travel from only $29 (€24) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 06:00, the last at 18:15. The fastest bus covers the 103 miles (166 km) distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 103 miles (166 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€34) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 0m |
First bus 6:00 AM |
Last bus 6:15 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
FAQs: Bus from Merced, CA to Martinez, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Merced, CA to Martinez, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Martinez, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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