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

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Downey is to bus which costs $35 - $50 and takes 5h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merced to Downey is to drive which takes 4h 48m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Downey?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Downey. However, there are services departing from Merced and arriving at Florence / Garfield via Florence / Pacific. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

How far is it from Merced to Downey?

The distance between Merced and Downey is 290 miles. The road distance is 287.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merced to Downey without a car is to bus which takes 5h 51m and costs $35 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Merced to Downey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Downey bus from?

Merced to Downey bus services, operated by Tufesa, depart from Merced station.

Where does the Merced to Downey bus arrive?

Merced to Downey bus services, operated by Tufesa, arrive at Huntington Park station.

Can I drive from Merced to Downey?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Downey is 287 miles. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Merced to Downey.

Where can I stay near Downey?

There are 2325+ hotels available in Downey.

Merced to Downey - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, plane, and tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Merced to Downey by bus, car, plane, tram, or bus (Flixbus)

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best
1. Take the bus from Merced to Huntington Parkbus Stockton
5h 51m
$36–50
Drive 285.6 mi
1. Drive from Merced to Downeycar 285.6 mi
4h 48m
$53–76
Bus, fly, tram
1. Take the bus from Merced to Fresnobus
2. Fly from Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane FAT - LAX
3. Take the tram from LAX / Metro Transit Center to Lakewood Blvd Stationtram
5h 29m
$400–675
Bus via Union Station - Metro A-Line (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Merced to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2007
8h 34m
$46–68

Merced to Downey by bus

12Weekly Buses

5h 51mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 288.1 mi
Duration: 5h 51m

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

Tufesa operates a bus from Merced to Huntington Park once daily. Tickets cost $60–85 and the journey takes 5h 15m. Tufesa Mexico also services this route 3 times a week.

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