What is the cheapest way to get from Merced to Columbia?

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Columbia is to drive which costs $10 - $16 and takes 1h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merced to Columbia?

The fastest way to get from Merced to Columbia is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs $10 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Columbia?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Columbia. However, there are services departing from Merced Transpo and arriving at Stockton St. via Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

How far is it from Merced to Columbia?

The distance between Merced and Columbia is 164 miles. The road distance is 59.8 miles.

How do I travel from Merced to Columbia without a car?

The best way to get from Merced to Columbia without a car is to bus which takes 7h 14m and costs $60 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Merced to Columbia?

It takes approximately 7h 14m to get from Merced to Columbia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Columbia bus from?

Merced to Columbia bus services, operated by Yosemite Area Regional Transportation, depart from Merced Transpo station.

Where does the Merced to Columbia bus arrive?

Merced to Columbia bus services, operated by Yosemite Area Regional Transportation, arrive at Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage station.

Can I drive from Merced to Columbia?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Columbia is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Merced to Columbia.

Where can I stay near Columbia?

There are 140+ hotels available in Columbia.

Merced to Columbia - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Merced to Columbia by bus or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Merced Transpo to Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottagebus Merced HWY 140
2. Take the bus from Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage to Stockton St.bus Sonora HWY 120
7h 14m
$61–65
Drive 59.5 mi
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1. Drive from Merced to Columbiacar 59.5 mi
1h 33m
$11–16
Bus via Merced Amtrak
1. Take the bus from Merced Amtrak to Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottagebus Merced HWY 140
2. Take the bus from Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage to Stockton St.bus Sonora HWY 120
7h 20m
$60–64

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Distance: 163.5 mi
Duration: 7h 14m

What companies run services between Merced, CA, USA and Columbia, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Merced Transpo to Columbia via Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage and Stockton St. in around 7h 14m.

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