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

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Riverside is to bus and train which costs $45 - $90 and takes 9h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merced to Riverside is to drive which takes 5h 30m and costs $55 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Riverside?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Riverside. However, there are services departing from Merced and arriving at Riverside via Bakersfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

How far is it from Merced to Riverside?

The distance between Merced and Riverside is 338 miles. The road distance is 326.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merced to Riverside without a car is to bus which takes 8h 20m and costs $65 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 8h 20m to get from Merced to Riverside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Riverside bus from?

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

Where does the Merced to Riverside bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merced to Riverside?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Riverside is 326 miles. It takes approximately 5h 30m to drive from Merced to Riverside.

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

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Where can I stay near Riverside?

There are 267+ hotels available in Riverside.

Merced to Riverside - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Merced to Riverside by bus (Flixbus, Amtrak), car, plane, train, or bus

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Merced to Bakersfield Train Stationbus FlixBus 2007
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Riversidebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 20m
$69–108
Bus, train via Bakersfield
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merced to Bakersfieldbus
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San Fernandobus
3. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Riverside - Downtowntrain
9h 49m
$44–77
Drive 324.2 mi
1. Drive from Merced to Riversidecar 324.2 mi
5h 30m
$60–86
Fly from Merced Municipal Airport, train
1. Fly from Merced Municipal Airport (MCE) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane MCE - LAX
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Riverside - Downtowntrain
6h 16m
$84–200
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US0810 / ...
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Riverside - Downtowntrain 91-PV Line / ...
9h 5m
$49–87
Bus via Benton + Prospect/ V.A. Hospital
1. Take the bus from Merced to Bakersfield, CAbus Stockton
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Bloomingtonbus San Jose
11h 2m
$94–142
Bus to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, fly, train
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 train from L.A. Union Station to Riverside - Downtowntrain
7h 58m
$415–699

Merced to Riverside by bus

7Weekly Buses

8h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 335.9 mi
Duration: 8h 20m

What companies run services between Merced, CA, USA and Riverside, Riverside County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Merced to Riverside via Bakersfield Train Station and Bakersfield in around 8h 20m.

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