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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Merced, CA to Santa Clara, CA
Cheapest price
$58
Average price
$58
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
130 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Merced, CA to Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara, CA will cost around $58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.
It's difficult to get from Merced, CA to Santa Clara, CA without transferring at least 3 times.
6:05 AM5h25Merced, CA11:30 AMSanta Clara, CA$581One-way3 transfers
- 6:05 AM5h25Merced, CA11:30 AMSanta Clara, CA$581One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Merced, CA to Santa Clara, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Merced, CA to Santa Clara, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, and a train costs an average of $56.
Distance: 80 miles (130 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$33 Average price Cheapest | $57 Average price | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Merced, CA to Santa Clara, CA:
A bus is $24 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Merced, CA to Santa Clara, CA costing on average $57 (€46).
Other travel options to Santa Clara, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 50m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Merced, CA to Santa Clara, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 11:28AM | Duration 5h23 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Tufesa Mexico | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $33 |
Live departures
Merced, CA to Santa Clara, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Merced, CA to Santa Clara, CA buses for tomorrow, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:05 AM Merced, CA | 5h25 | 11:30 AM Santa Clara, CA | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Merced, CA to Santa Clara, CA
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Buses from Merced, CA to Santa Clara, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $33 (€26) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 06:10, the last at 13:00. The fastest bus covers the 80 miles (130 km) distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 80 miles (130 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€26) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 6:10 AM |
Last bus 1:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound, Tufesa Mexico from Merced, CA to Santa Clara, CAYou can travel by bus between Merced, CA to Santa Clara, CA with Greyhound, Tufesa Mexico for as low as $33 (€26). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Merced, CA to Santa Clara, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Merced, CA to Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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