What is the cheapest way to get from Riverside to Merced Station (Amtrak)?

The cheapest way to get from Riverside to Merced Station (Amtrak) is to train and bus which costs $45 - $85 and takes 10h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Riverside to Merced Station (Amtrak)?

The fastest way to get from Riverside to Merced Station (Amtrak) is to drive which takes 5h 29m and costs $55 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Riverside and Merced Station (Amtrak)?

No, there is no direct bus from Riverside to Merced Station (Amtrak). However, there are services departing from Riverside and arriving at Merced Bus Stop via Bakersfield Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 39m.

How far is it from Riverside to Merced Station (Amtrak)?

The distance between Riverside and Merced Station (Amtrak) is 333 miles. The road distance is 326.3 miles.

How do I travel from Riverside to Merced Station (Amtrak) without a car?

The best way to get from Riverside to Merced Station (Amtrak) without a car is to bus via Bakersfield which takes 8h 39m and costs $80 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Riverside to Merced Station (Amtrak)?

It takes approximately 8h 39m to get from Riverside to Merced Station (Amtrak), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Merced Station (Amtrak) bus from?

Riverside to Merced Station (Amtrak) bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Riverside station.

Where does the Riverside to Merced Station (Amtrak) bus arrive?

Riverside to Merced Station (Amtrak) bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Bakersfield station.

Can I drive from Riverside to Merced Station (Amtrak)?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverside to Merced Station (Amtrak) is 326 miles. It takes approximately 5h 29m to drive from Riverside to Merced Station (Amtrak).

How do I get a bus ticket from Riverside to Merced Station (Amtrak)?

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Where can I stay near Merced Station (Amtrak)?

There are 32+ hotels available in Merced Station (Amtrak).

Riverside to Merced Station (Amtrak) - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Riverside to Merced Station (Amtrak) by bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), car, train, plane, or bus

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Bus via Bakersfield
best
1. Take the bus from Riverside to Bakersfieldbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Merced Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0810 / ...
8h 39m
$84–129
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles - Pacoima to Delanobus
3. Take the bus from Delano to Mercedbus
10h 21m
$45–84
Drive 324.4 mi
1. Drive from Riverside to Merced Station (Amtrak)car 324.4 mi
5h 29m
$60–86
Train to Los Angeles International Airport, fly to Merced Municipal Airport
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Merced Municipal Airport (MCE)plane LAX - MCE
5h 58m
$83–200
Bus
1. Take the bus from Galleria @ Tyler WB to Harbor + Katellabus 200
2. Take the bus from Anaheim to Mercedbus 1
10h 35m
$53–83
Train to Los Angeles International Airport, fly to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to L.A. Union Stationtrain
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 38m
$275–699
Fly Ontario International Airport to Sacramento International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)plane ONT - SMF
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Mercedbus
7h 48m
$221–803
Fly Ontario International Airport to Oakland International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane ONT - OAK
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 56m
$262–784

Riverside to Merced Station (Amtrak) by bus and foot

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8h 39mAverage Duration

$84Cheapest Price

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Distance: 331.5 mi
Duration: 8h 39m

What companies run services between Riverside, Riverside County, CA, USA and Merced Station (Amtrak), CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Riverside to Merced Station (Amtrak) via Bakersfield, Bakersfield Train Station, and Merced Bus Stop in around 8h 39m.

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