What is the cheapest way to get from Merced to San Francisco?

The cheapest way to get from Merced to San Francisco is to bus and BART which costs $14 - $23 and takes 4h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merced to San Francisco?

The fastest way to get from Merced to San Francisco is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and San Francisco?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to San Francisco station. However, there are services departing from Merced and arriving at San Francisco Bus Station via Sacramento Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Merced to San Francisco?

The distance between Merced and San Francisco is 129 miles. The road distance is 127.9 miles.

How do I travel from Merced to San Francisco without a car?

The best way to get from Merced to San Francisco without a car is to bus and BART which takes 4h 13m and costs $14 - $23.

How long does it take to get from Merced to San Francisco?

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Merced to San Francisco, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to San Francisco bus from?

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

Where does the Merced to San Francisco bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merced to San Francisco?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to San Francisco is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Merced to San Francisco.

How do I get a bus ticket from Merced to San Francisco?

Book your Merced to San Francisco bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near San Francisco?

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Merced to San Francisco - 3 ways to travel via bus, BART, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Merced to San Francisco by bus, subway, car, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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Bus, BART
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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 Civic Center / UN Plazasubway
4h 13m
$14–22
Drive 127.2 mi
1. Drive from Merced to San Franciscocar 127.2 mi
2h 20m
$24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merced to Sacramento Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2007
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to San Francisco Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0870
5h 55m
$31–56

Merced to San Francisco by bus and subway

21Weekly Services

4h 13mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 128.1 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Merced, CA, USA and San Francisco, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Merced to San Francisco Bus Station via Sacramento Bus Station in around 5h 55m.

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