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

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Petaluma is to drive which costs $27 - $45 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merced to Petaluma is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs $27 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Petaluma?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Petaluma. However, there are services departing from Merced and arriving at Petaluma Blvd S & G St via Sacramento Bus Station and Fremont St & Mission St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 46m.

How far is it from Merced to Petaluma?

The distance between Merced and Petaluma is 166 miles. The road distance is 153.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merced to Petaluma without a car is to bus and BART and line 580 bus and train which takes 6h 45m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Merced to Petaluma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Petaluma bus from?

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

Where does the Merced to Petaluma bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merced to Petaluma?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Petaluma is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Merced to Petaluma.

How do I get a bus ticket from Merced to Petaluma?

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Where can I stay near Petaluma?

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Merced to Petaluma - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, BART, and line 580 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Merced 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 45m
Drive 152.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merced to Petalumacar 152.8 mi
2h 57m
$28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merced to Sacramento Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to San Francisco Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Fremont St & Mission St to Petaluma Blvd S & G Stbus 172
7h 46m
$39–65

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Distance: 164.7 mi
Duration: 6h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Merced to Petaluma Blvd S & G St via Sacramento Bus Station, San Francisco Bus Station, and Fremont St & Mission St in around 7h 46m.

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