What is the cheapest way to get from San Jose to University of California, Merced?

The cheapest way to get from San Jose to University of California, Merced is to bus which costs $12 - $30 and takes 5h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Jose to University of California, Merced?

The fastest way to get from San Jose to University of California, Merced is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between San Jose and University of California, Merced?

No, there is no direct bus from San Jose to University of California, Merced. However, there are services departing from San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant and arriving at University Transit Center via Pacheco @ Target and Merced Transpo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from San Jose to University of California, Merced?

The distance between San Jose and University of California, Merced is 127 miles. The road distance is 121.7 miles.

How long does it take to get from San Jose to University of California, Merced?

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from San Jose to University of California, Merced, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Jose to University of California, Merced bus from?

San Jose to University of California, Merced bus services, operated by Tufesa, depart from San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant station.

Where does the San Jose to University of California, Merced bus arrive?

San Jose to University of California, Merced bus services, operated by Tufesa, arrive at Los Baños station.

Can I drive from San Jose to University of California, Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between San Jose to University of California, Merced is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from San Jose to University of California, Merced.

Where can I stay near University of California, Merced?

There are 31+ hotels available in University of California, Merced.

San Jose to University of California, Merced

Q: How do I travel from San Jose to University of California, Merced without a car?

The best way to get from San Jose to University of California, Merced without a car is to bus which takes 5h 16m and costs $12 - $30.

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There are 3 ways to get from San Jose to University of California, Merced by bus, car, or subway

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best
1. Take the bus from San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant to Los Bañosbus San Jose
2. Take the bus from Pacheco @ Target to Transpobus Lb
5h 16m
$12–30
Drive 121 mi
1. Drive from San Jose to University of California, Mercedcar 121 mi
2h 23m
$23–32
BART, bus
1. Take the subway from Berryessa / North San Jose to Bay Fairsubway
2. Take the bus from BART Dublin Station to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exibus 90
3. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Merced Bus Stopbus
6h 26m
$15–27

San Jose to University of California, Merced by bus and foot

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Distance: 126.5 mi
Duration: 5h 16m

What companies run services between San Jose, CA, USA and University of California, Merced, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant to University of California, Merced via Los Baños, Pacheco @ Target, Transpo, Merced Transpo, and University Transit Center in around 5h 16m.

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How to get fromSan Jose to University of California, Mercedby bus, car, or subway

There are 3 ways to get from San Jose to University of California, Merced by bus, car, or subway

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Drive 121 mi

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