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

The cheapest way to get from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Petaluma is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Petaluma is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs $27 - $40.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Petaluma. However, there are services departing from Merced and arriving at Petaluma via Sacramento Bus Station, Suisun City Train Depot and Napa Amtrak Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 51m.

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

The distance between Merced Station (Amtrak) and Petaluma is 166 miles. The road distance is 153.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Petaluma without a car is to bus and BART and line 580 bus and train which takes 6h 52m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Petaluma, including transfers.

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

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

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

Merced Station (Amtrak) to Petaluma bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Merced Station (Amtrak) to Petaluma is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Petaluma.

Where can I stay near Petaluma?

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Merced Station (Amtrak) to Petaluma - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and BART

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

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Bus, BART, line 580 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Merced to Modestobus 1
2. Take the bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to BART Dublin Stationbus 90
3. Take the subway from Dublin / Pleasanton to Bay Fairsubway
4. Take the subway from Bay Fair to El Cerrito Del Nortesubway
5. Take the bus from El Cerrito del Norte BART Station to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform Bbus 580
6. Take the train from SMART San Rafael to SMART Petaluma Downtowntrain
6h 52m
Drive 152.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Petalumacar 152.4 mi
2h 56m
$28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merced to Sacramento Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2007
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Suisun City Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0870
7h 51m
$35–62
Bus, BART
1. Take the bus from Merced Transpo to Pacheco @ Targetbus Lb
2. Take the bus from Los Baños to San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephantbus
3. Take the subway from Milpitas to Montgomery Streetsubway
8h 35m
$28–52

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Distance: 165.1 mi
Duration: 6h 52m

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

You can take a vehicle from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Petaluma via Merced, Sacramento Bus Station, Suisun City Train Depot, and Napa Amtrak Bus Stop in around 7h 51m.

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