What is the cheapest way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Merced?

The cheapest way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Merced is to bus which costs $22 - $40 and takes 8h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Merced?

The fastest way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Merced is to drive which takes 4h 36m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between South Lake Tahoe and Merced?

No, there is no direct bus from South Lake Tahoe to Merced. However, there are services departing from US 50/ Brockway Ave and arriving at Merced via South Lake Tahoe Wye, 8Th St & F St and Sacramento Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

How far is it from South Lake Tahoe to Merced?

The distance between South Lake Tahoe and Merced is 224 miles. The road distance is 163.2 miles.

How do I travel from South Lake Tahoe to Merced without a car?

The best way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Merced without a car is to bus which takes 8h 10m and costs $22 - $40.

How long does it take to get from South Lake Tahoe to Merced?

It takes approximately 8h 10m to get from South Lake Tahoe to Merced, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Lake Tahoe to Merced bus from?

South Lake Tahoe to Merced bus services, operated by El Dorado Transit, depart from South Lake Tahoe Wye station.

Where does the South Lake Tahoe to Merced bus arrive?

South Lake Tahoe to Merced bus services, operated by El Dorado Transit, arrive at Sacramento - Amtrak station.

Can I drive from South Lake Tahoe to Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between South Lake Tahoe to Merced is 163 miles. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from South Lake Tahoe to Merced.

Where can I stay near Merced?

There are 35+ hotels available in Merced.

South Lake Tahoe to Merced - 4 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from South Lake Tahoe to Merced by bus (Flixbus), car, bus (Greyhound), or bus

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1. Take the bus from South Lake Tahoe Wye to Sacramento - Amtrakbus Sac/SLT Connecting Bus
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Mercedbus FlixBus 2007
8h 10m
$23–37
Drive 162.3 mi
1. Drive from South Lake Tahoe to Mercedcar 162.3 mi
4h 36m
$30–43
Bus via Merced Bus Stop
1. Take the bus from South Lake Tahoe Wye to Sacramento - Amtrakbus Sac/SLT Connecting Bus
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Merced Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0810
8h 59m
$28–45
Bus via Mammoth Lakes
1. Take the bus from Stateline Transit Center to Douglas County Community/Senior Centerbus 22
2. Take the bus from Gardnerville - Kentucky Fried Chicken, 1338 US 395 to Tavern Rd / Old Mammoth Rdbus 395
3. Take the bus from Mammoth Lakes Park & Ride to Curry Villagebus
4. Take the bus from Curry Village to Merced Transpobus
13h 46m
$83–98

South Lake Tahoe to Merced by bus and foot

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8h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 222.6 mi
Duration: 8h 10m

What companies run services between South Lake Tahoe, CA, USA and Merced, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from US 50/ Brockway Ave to Merced via South Lake Tahoe Wye, Sacramento - Amtrak, 8Th St & F St, Richards Blvd & Sequoia Pacific Blvd, and Sacramento Bus Station in around 8h 10m.

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