What is the cheapest way to get from Caracas to Mérida?

The cheapest way to get from Caracas to Mérida is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 10h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Caracas to Mérida?

The fastest way to get from Caracas to Mérida is to fly and bus which takes 4h 40m and costs $90 - $140.

Is there a direct bus between Caracas and Mérida?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal La Bandera and arriving at Terminal Jose Antonio Paredes. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h.

How far is it from Caracas to Mérida?

The distance between Caracas and Mérida is 672 km. The road distance is 637.4 km.

How do I travel from Caracas to Mérida without a car?

The best way to get from Caracas to Mérida without a car is to bus which takes 14h and costs $24 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Caracas to Mérida?

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Caracas to Mérida, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caracas to Mérida bus from?

Caracas to Mérida bus services, operated by Expresos Tachira Merida C.A, depart from Terminal La Bandera station.

Where does the Caracas to Mérida bus arrive?

Caracas to Mérida bus services, operated by Expresos Tachira Merida C.A, arrive at Terminal Jose Antonio Paredes station.

Can I drive from Caracas to Mérida?

Yes, the driving distance between Caracas to Mérida is 637 km. It takes approximately 10h 24m to drive from Caracas to Mérida.

Where can I stay near Mérida?

There are 53+ hotels available in Mérida.

Caracas to Mérida - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Caracas to Mérida by plane, bus, or car

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Fly to Juan Pablo Pérez Alfonso Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Simón Bolívar International Airport (CCS) to Juan Pablo Pérez Alfonso Airport (VIG)plane CCS - VIG
2. Take the bus from El Vigia Airport to Terminal Jose Antonio Paredesbus
4h 40m
$93–137
Drive 637.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Caracas to Méridacar 637.4 km
10h 24m
$2
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal La Bandera to Terminal Jose Antonio Paredesbus Mérida
14h
$24–35
Fly to Barinas Airport, bus
1. Fly from Simón Bolívar International Airport (CCS) to Barinas Airport (BNS)plane CCS - BNS
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Barinas H.R.C. to Terminal Jose Antonio Paredesbus
7h 32m
$178–411
Bus via Barinas
1. Take the bus from Terminal AeroExpresos Ejecutivos Caracas to Terminal de Barinas H.R.C.bus
2. Take the bus from Terminal de Barinas H.R.C. to Terminal Jose Antonio Paredesbus
14h 28m
$46–50

Simón Bolívar International Airport (CCS) to Juan Pablo Pérez Alfonso Airport (VIG) flights

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Distance: 672.3 km
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Caracas, Miranda, Venezuela and Mérida, Venezuela?

Expresos Tachira Merida C.A operates a bus from Terminal La Bandera to Terminal Jose Antonio Paredes once daily. Tickets cost $28–35 and the journey takes 14h. Two other operators also service this route.

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