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

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Sylmar is to bus via Bakersfield which costs $30 - $60 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merced to Sylmar is to drive which takes 4h 12m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Sylmar?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Sylmar. However, there are services departing from Merced and arriving at Truman / Hubbard via Bakersfield and Laurel Canyon / Van Nuys. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Merced to Sylmar?

The distance between Merced and Sylmar is 263 miles. The road distance is 253 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merced to Sylmar without a car is to bus via Bakersfield which takes 5h 40m and costs $30 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Merced to Sylmar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Sylmar bus from?

Merced to Sylmar bus services, operated by Tufesa Mexico, depart from Merced station.

Where does the Merced to Sylmar bus arrive?

Merced to Sylmar bus services, operated by Tufesa Mexico, arrive at Bakersfield station.

Can I drive from Merced to Sylmar?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Sylmar is 253 miles. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Merced to Sylmar.

Where can I stay near Sylmar?

There are 316+ hotels available in Sylmar.

Merced to Sylmar - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Merced to Sylmar by bus, car, plane, train, bus (Flixbus), or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus via Bakersfield
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1. Take the bus from Merced to Bakersfieldbus Sacramento
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San Fernandobus San José
5h 40m
$32–58
Drive 251.6 mi
1. Drive from Merced to Sylmarcar 251.6 mi
4h 12m
$46–67
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 Sylmar / San Fernandotrain
5h 23m
$106–196
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Merced to Los Angelesbus FlixBus 2007
7h 7m
$45–66
Bus #2 (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Los Angelesbus Greyhound US0810
7h 12m
$49–73
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 Sylmar / San Fernandotrain
7h 4m
$432–693

Merced to Sylmar by bus

3Weekly Buses

5h 40mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 261.9 mi
Duration: 5h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Merced to Truman / Hubbard via Bakersfield, San Fernando, and Laurel Canyon / Van Nuys in around 5h 40m.

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