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

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Pasadena is to bus which costs $40 - $80 and takes 7h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merced to Pasadena is to fly and tram which takes 4h 16m and costs $75 - $190.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Pasadena?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Pasadena. However, there are services departing from Merced and arriving at Pasadena Amtrak Bus Stop via Bakersfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

How far is it from Merced to Pasadena?

The distance between Merced and Pasadena is 286 miles. The road distance is 275.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merced to Pasadena without a car is to bus via Bakersfield which takes 6h 50m and costs $50 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Merced to Pasadena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Pasadena bus from?

Merced to Pasadena bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Merced station.

Where does the Merced to Pasadena bus arrive?

Merced to Pasadena bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Bakersfield Train Station.

Can I drive from Merced to Pasadena?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Pasadena is 276 miles. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from Merced to Pasadena.

Where can I stay near Pasadena?

There are 2212+ hotels available in Pasadena.

Merced to Pasadena - 7 ways to travel via bus, car, plane, and tram

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There are 7 ways to get from Merced to Pasadena by bus (Flixbus, Amtrak), car, plane, tram, bus (Flixbus), bus (Greyhound), or bus

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Bus via Bakersfield
best
1. Take the bus from Merced to Bakersfield Train Stationbus FlixBus 2007
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Pasadena Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 50m
$54–88
Bus (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merced to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2007
7h 5m
$42–65
Drive 274.2 mi
1. Drive from Merced to Pasadenacar 274.2 mi
4h 34m
$50–73
Fly from Merced Municipal Airport, tram
1. Fly from Merced Municipal Airport (MCE) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane MCE - LAX
2. Take the tram from Union Station - Metro A-Line to Memorial Park Stationtram
4h 16m
$76–188
Bus #2 (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US0810
7h 5m
$42–76
Bus via San Fernando
1. Take the bus from Merced to Bakersfieldbus Sacramento
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San Fernandobus San José
7h 49m
$42–73
Bus to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, 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 Union Station - Metro A-Line to Memorial Park Stationtram
5h 59m
$407–687

Merced to Pasadena by bus

7Weekly Buses

6h 50mAverage Duration

$54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 284.8 mi
Duration: 6h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Merced to Pasadena Amtrak Bus Stop via Bakersfield Train Station and Bakersfield in around 6h 50m.

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