Merced, CA to San Francisco, CA bus

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Cheap bus tickets from Merced, CA to San Francisco, CA

Showing times and prices for Dec 13

Cheapest

$31

Average

$48

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Merced, CA to San Francisco, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

06:55PM3h40

Merced, CA

10:35PMSan Francisco, CA

$311One-way

0 transfers

07:30PM3h30

Merced, CA

11:00PMSan Francisco, CA

$641One-way

0 transfers

Merced, CA to San Francisco, CA bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Friday, December 13

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Greyhound	06:55PM Merced, CA	3h40	10:35PM San Francisco, CA	0 transfersDirect
Greyhound	07:30PM Merced, CA	3h30	11:00PM San Francisco, CA	0 transfersDirect
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Bus times from Merced, CA to San Francisco, CA

Showing times and prices for Dec 13

Fastest Journey

3 h 30 m

Average

3 h 35 m

Buses per day

Distance

179 km

Of the 2 buses that leave Merced, CA for San Francisco, CA every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

07:30PM3h30

Merced, CA

11:00PMSan Francisco, CA

$641One-way

0 transfers

06:55PM3h40

Merced, CA

10:35PMSan Francisco, CA

$311One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Merced, CA to San Francisco, CA

Buses from Merced, CA to San Francisco, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) 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

110 miles (178 km)

Average bus duration

4h 53m

Cheapest ticket price

$14 (€12)

Buses per day

Direct buses

Bus providers

Fastest bus

3h 30m

First bus

04:25

Last bus

19:23

Price information

Bus companies: FlixBus and Greyhound from Merced, CA to San Francisco, CA

FlixBus and Greyhound buses will get you from Merced, CA to San Francisco, CA from $22 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best bus times and tickets for your trip.

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost bus companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance bus at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

FlixBus from Merced, CA to San Francisco, CA bus information:

Average Duration: 3 h 40 min
Cheapest Price: $24

FAQs: Bus from Merced, CA to San Francisco, CA

FAQs: Take the bus from Merced, CA to San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, CA.

Cheap bus tickets from Merced, CA to San Francisco, CA can start from as little as $14 (€12) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Merced, CA to San Francisco, CA is $30 (€27); 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 San Francisco, CA bus time is 3 h 30 min covering the 110 mile (178 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Merced, CA to San Francisco, CA leaves at 4: 25 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Merced, CA to San Francisco, CA leaves at 7: 23 PM.

Yes, there is 1 direct bus a day from Merced, CA to San Francisco, CA with Greyhound. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.

Take the Merced, CA to San Francisco, CA bus with FlixBus or Greyhound. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus companies for the route between Merced, CA and San Francisco, CA as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

A trip to San Francisco, CA from Merced, CA is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 30 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Merced, CA to San Francisco, CA by bus is September.

You have options as you can travel from Merced, CA to San Francisco, CA 2 different ways: bus or train.