What is the cheapest way to get from Orange County to Merced?

The cheapest way to get from Orange County to Merced is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Orange County to Merced?

The fastest way to get from Orange County to Merced is to drive which takes 5h 7m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Orange County and Merced?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Santa Ana and arriving at Merced. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Orange County to Merced?

The distance between Orange County and Merced is 340 miles. The road distance is 306.8 miles.

How do I travel from Orange County to Merced without a car?

The best way to get from Orange County to Merced without a car is to bus which takes 6h 20m and costs $50 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Orange County to Merced?

The bus from Santa Ana to Merced takes 6h 20m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Orange County to Merced bus from?

Orange County to Merced bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Santa Ana station.

Where does the Orange County to Merced bus arrive?

Orange County to Merced bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Merced station.

Can I drive from Orange County to Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between Orange County to Merced is 307 miles. It takes approximately 5h 7m to drive from Orange County to Merced.

How do I get a bus ticket from Orange County to Merced?

Book your Orange County to Merced bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Merced?

There are 31+ hotels available in Merced.

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

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There are 7 ways to get from Orange County to Merced by bus, car, train, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Mercedbus Lxit 3324
6h 20m
$50–120
Drive 305 mi
1. Drive from Orange County to Mercedcar 305 mi
5h 7m
$56–81
Train to Los Angeles International Airport, fly to Merced Municipal Airport
1. Take the train from Santa Ana to Los Angelestrain
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Merced Municipal Airport (MCE)plane LAX - MCE
5h 25m
$84–209
Bus via Los Angeles
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Huntington Parkbus 2
2. Take the bus from Huntington Park to Mercedbus Nogales
6h 27m
$53–84
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Santa Ana to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Mercedbus FlixBus 2007
8h 13m
$56–98
Train to Los Angeles International Airport, fly to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Santa Ana to Los Angelestrain
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)plane LAX - FAT
3. Take the bus from Fresno to Mercedbus
7h 1m
$276–708
Fly John Wayne Airport Orange County to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, bus
1. Fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC)plane SNA - SJC
2. Take the bus from BART Dublin Station to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exibus
3. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Merced Bus Stopbus
7h 8m
$250–878

Orange County to Merced by bus

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6h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 338.5 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

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

Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Santa Ana to Merced once daily. Tickets cost $80–120 and the journey takes 6h 20m. Limousine Express also services this route once daily.

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