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

The cheapest way to get from Nipomo to Merced is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 4h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nipomo to Merced is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Nipomo and Merced?

No, there is no direct bus from Nipomo to Merced. However, there are services departing from North Thompson Avenue & West Chestnut Street and arriving at Merced Bus Stop via Santa Maria Transit Center, Chapala & Anapamu, Santa Barbara and Bakersfield Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 24m.

How far is it from Nipomo to Merced?

The distance between Nipomo and Merced is 413 miles. The road distance is 199.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nipomo to Merced without a car is to bus which takes 13h 24m and costs $75 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 13h 24m to get from Nipomo to Merced, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nipomo to Merced bus from?

Nipomo to Merced bus services, operated by Clean Air Express, depart from Santa Maria Transit Center station.

Where does the Nipomo to Merced bus arrive?

Nipomo to Merced bus services, operated by Clean Air Express, arrive at Chapala at Figueroa station.

Can I drive from Nipomo to Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between Nipomo to Merced is 200 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Nipomo to Merced.

Where can I stay near Merced?

There are 33+ hotels available in Merced.

Nipomo to Merced - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Nipomo to Merced by bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Chapala at Figueroabus
2. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Bakersfieldbus
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Merced Bus Stopbus
13h 24m
$78–122
Drive 198.6 mi
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1. Drive from Nipomo to Mercedcar 198.6 mi
4h 20m
$37–53
Bus, train via Stockton
1. Take the bus from Thompson & Branch to Government Centerbus 10N
2. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to San Josetrain
3. Take the train from San Jose Station Diridon to Stockton - Robert J Cabral Stationtrain Ace
4. Take the bus from Stockton to Mercedbus
13h 37m
$77–166
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Thompson & Branch to Government Centerbus 10N
2. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to San Josetrain
3. Take the bus from San Jose to Mercedbus
35h 20m
$88–175

Nipomo to Merced by bus

7Weekly Buses

13h 24mAverage Duration

$78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 410.2 mi
Duration: 13h 24m

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

You can take a bus from North Thompson Avenue & West Chestnut Street to Merced Bus Stop via Santa Maria Transit Center, Chapala at Figueroa, Chapala & Anapamu, State & Yanonali, Santa Barbara, Bakersfield, and Bakersfield Train Station in around 13h 24m.

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