Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | 16th St (Bakersfield) | Merced Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Tufesa Bus Station | Merced Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | McKee Park & Ride | 1579 Martin Luther King Jr Way | No tags | ||||
| Bus | 16th St (Bakersfield) | 1579 Martin Luther King Jr Way | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | 1000 Real Road | Merced (E) | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Bakersfield to Merced
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Merced. The journey takes about 3 hours 1 minute, and with fares starting at just $52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bakersfield and Merced?
Stops in Bakersfield
- A1401 Chamberlain Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93305, USA
- B
Amtrak Station
601 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301, USA - C2225 Niles Pt. St , 93306 Bakersfield, CA USA
Stops in Merced
- A710 W 16th St, Merced, CA 95340, USA
- B55 E. 16th St , CA 95340 , USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bakersfield to Merced by bus
What is the travel distance from Bakersfield to Merced?
The distance covered from Bakersfield to Merced is 256 km (159 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Bakersfield to Merced?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Tufesa Bus Station, in Bakersfield, and end it at Merced Bus Station, in Merced.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bakersfield to Merced was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $48To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bakersfield to Merced, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $48 to $96 for a bus ticket from Bakersfield to Merced based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2025-11-22.
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