What is the cheapest way to get from Merced to South Lake Tahoe?

The cheapest way to get from Merced to South Lake Tahoe is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 4h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merced to South Lake Tahoe?

The fastest way to get from Merced to South Lake Tahoe is to drive which takes 4h 36m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and South Lake Tahoe?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to South Lake Tahoe. However, there are services departing from Merced and arriving at US 50/ Carson Ave via Richards Blvd & Sequoia Pacific Blvd, 8Th St & Capitol Ave, Sacramento - Amtrak and South Y Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Merced to South Lake Tahoe?

The distance between Merced and South Lake Tahoe is 226 miles. The road distance is 163.3 miles.

How do I travel from Merced to South Lake Tahoe without a car?

The best way to get from Merced to South Lake Tahoe without a car is to bus which takes 7h and costs $25 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Merced to South Lake Tahoe?

It takes approximately 7h to get from Merced to South Lake Tahoe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to South Lake Tahoe bus from?

Merced to South Lake Tahoe bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Merced station.

Where does the Merced to South Lake Tahoe bus arrive?

Merced to South Lake Tahoe bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Can I drive from Merced to South Lake Tahoe?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to South Lake Tahoe is 163 miles. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Merced to South Lake Tahoe.

Where can I stay near South Lake Tahoe?

There are 1085+ hotels available in South Lake Tahoe.

Merced to South Lake Tahoe - 4 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Merced to South Lake Tahoe by bus (Flixbus), car, bus (Greyhound), or bus

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Merced to Sacramento Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2007
2. Take the bus from Sacramento - Amtrak to South Lake Tahoe Wyebus Sac/SLT Connecting Bus
7h
$25–43
Drive 162.3 mi
1. Drive from Merced to South Lake Tahoecar 162.3 mi
4h 36m
$28–41
Bus via US 50/Al Tahoe Blvd
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Sacramento Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0810
2. Take the bus from Sacramento - Amtrak to South Lake Tahoe Wyebus Sac/SLT Connecting Bus
7h 41m
$30–46
Bus via Mammoth Lakes
1. Take the bus from Merced Transpo to Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottagebus
2. Take the bus from Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage to Mammoth Lakes Park & Ridebus
3. Take the bus from Tavern Rd / Old Mammoth Rd to Gardnerville - Smith's, 1341 US 395bus 395
12h 49m
$84–99

Merced to South Lake Tahoe by bus and foot

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Distance: 224.4 mi
Duration: 7h

What companies run services between Merced, CA, USA and South Lake Tahoe, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Merced to US 50/ Carson Ave via Sacramento Bus Station, Richards Blvd & Sequoia Pacific Blvd, 7Th St & Capitol Ave, 8Th St & Capitol Ave, 8Th St & K St, Sacramento - Amtrak, and South Y Transit Center in around 7h.

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