What is the cheapest way to get from Laguna Niguel to Merced?

The cheapest way to get from Laguna Niguel to Merced is to train and bus which costs $45 - $80 and takes 9h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Laguna Niguel to Merced?

The fastest way to get from Laguna Niguel to Merced is to drive which takes 5h 30m and costs $55 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Laguna Niguel and Merced?

No, there is no direct bus from Laguna Niguel to Merced. However, there are services departing from Niguel-Crown Valley and arriving at Merced via Laguna Hills Trans Ctr Dock 5 and Santa Ana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 23m.

How far is it from Laguna Niguel to Merced?

The distance between Laguna Niguel and Merced is 337 miles. The road distance is 327.2 miles.

How do I travel from Laguna Niguel to Merced without a car?

The best way to get from Laguna Niguel to Merced without a car is to train and bus via Anaheim which takes 7h 46m and costs $65 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Laguna Niguel to Merced?

It takes approximately 7h 46m to get from Laguna Niguel to Merced, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Laguna Niguel to Merced bus from?

Laguna Niguel to Merced bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from Santa Ana station.

Where does the Laguna Niguel to Merced bus arrive?

Laguna Niguel to Merced bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at Merced station.

Can I drive from Laguna Niguel to Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between Laguna Niguel to Merced is 327 miles. It takes approximately 5h 30m to drive from Laguna Niguel to Merced.

Where can I stay near Merced?

There are 32+ hotels available in Merced.

Laguna Niguel to Merced - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Laguna Niguel to Merced by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, bus via Anaheim
best
1. Take the train from San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Station to Anaheimtrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Huntington Park to Mercedbus Nogales
7h 46m
$66–100
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Laguna Niguel / Mission Viejo to L.A. Union Stationtrain OC Line
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Mercedbus FlixBus 2007
9h 3m
$50–78
Drive 325.3 mi
1. Drive from Laguna Niguel to Mercedcar 325.3 mi
5h 30m
$60–86
Train to Los Angeles International Airport, fly to Merced Municipal Airport
1. Take the train from Laguna Niguel / Mission Viejo to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Merced Municipal Airport (MCE)plane LAX - MCE
5h 45m
$83–199
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Mercedbus 1
9h 23m
$54–79
Fly John Wayne Airport Orange County to Oakland International Airport, bus
1. Fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane SNA - OAK
2. Take the bus from BART Dublin Station to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exibus
3. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Merced Bus Stopbus
6h 27m
$279–838
Train to Los Angeles International Airport, fly to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Laguna Niguel / Mission Viejo to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)plane LAX - FAT
3. Take the bus from Fresno to Mercedbus
7h 21m
$415–699
Fly John Wayne Airport Orange County to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, bus
1. Fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC)plane SNA - SJC
2. Take the bus from BART Dublin Station to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exibus
3. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Merced Bus Stopbus
7h 21m
$262–892

Laguna Niguel to Merced by train and bus

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7h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 335.1 mi
Duration: 7h 46m

What companies run services between Laguna Niguel, CA, USA and Merced, CA, USA?

Limousine Express operates a bus from Santa Ana to Merced once daily. Tickets cost $50–75 and the journey takes 7h 20m.

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