The cheapest and fastest buses from Reno, NV to Merced, CA
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
6 h 25 m
Average duration
7 h 30 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
254 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Reno, NV to Merced, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reno, NV to Merced, CA will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 2 buses that leave Reno, NV for Merced, CA on Sun, Dec 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 254 km distance in an average of 7 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 25 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 8 h 35 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 and train for Reno, NV to Merced, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reno, NV to Merced, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a train costs an average of €78.
Distance: 157 miles (254 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€56 Average price Cheapest | €94 Average price |
6h 6m Average total duration Fastest 5h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 21m Average total duration 7h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Reno, NV to Merced, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Reno, NV to Merced, CA buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:10 PM Reno, NV | 6h25 | 3:35 AM Merced, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
![]() | 1:35 PM Reno, NV | 8h35 | 10:10 PM Merced, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Reno, NV to Merced, CA
Buses from Reno, NV to Merced, CA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $37 (€29) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 05:10, the last at 14:20. The fastest bus covers the 157 miles (254 km) distance in 6h 25m.
Distance 157 miles (254 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€29) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 25m |
First bus 05:10 |
Last bus 14:20 |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Reno, NV to Merced, CAYou can travel by bus between Reno, NV to Merced, CA with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $37 (€29). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Reno, NV to Merced, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reno, NV to Merced, 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 Merced, 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.
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- 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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