What is the cheapest way to get from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Bakersfield?

The cheapest way to get from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Bakersfield is to bus via Bakersfield Train Station which costs $27 - $45 and takes 3h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Bakersfield?

The fastest way to get from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Bakersfield is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Merced Station (Amtrak) and Bakersfield?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Merced and arriving at Bakersfield, CA. Services depart once daily, and operate Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Bakersfield?

The distance between Merced Station (Amtrak) and Bakersfield is 167 miles. The road distance is 164.8 miles.

How do I travel from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Bakersfield without a car?

The best way to get from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Bakersfield without a car is to bus which takes 3h 7m and costs $45 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Bakersfield?

The bus from Merced to Bakersfield, CA takes 3h including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Merced Station (Amtrak) to Bakersfield bus from?

Merced Station (Amtrak) to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Merced station.

Where does the Merced Station (Amtrak) to Bakersfield bus arrive?

Merced Station (Amtrak) to Bakersfield bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Bakersfield Train Station.

Can I drive from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Bakersfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced Station (Amtrak) to Bakersfield is 165 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Bakersfield.

How do I get a bus ticket from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Bakersfield?

Book your Merced Station (Amtrak) to Bakersfield bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bakersfield?

There are 85+ hotels available in Bakersfield.

Merced Station (Amtrak) to Bakersfield - 4 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Bakersfield by bus, car, bus (Flixbus), or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Merced to Bakersfield, CAbus Stockton
3h 7m
$45–70
Bus via Bakersfield Train Station (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merced to Bakersfield Train Stationbus FlixBus 2007
3h 45m
$27–45
Drive 163.8 mi
1. Drive from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Bakersfieldcar 163.8 mi
2h 42m
$30–44
Bus via Bakersfield Train Station #2 (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Bakersfield Train Stationbus Greyhound US0810
3h 49m
$30–45

Merced Station (Amtrak) to Bakersfield by foot and bus

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Distance: 166.4 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between Merced Station (Amtrak), CA, USA and Bakersfield, CA, USA?

Tufesa operates a bus from Merced to Bakersfield, CA once daily. Tickets cost $45–70 and the journey takes 3h.

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