How much is the bus ticket from Los Angeles to Merced?

The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Merced start at R 704. The average price for this route is around R 1 283. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Los Angeles to Merced?

The average bus journey time from Los Angeles to Merced is 6h 10m, covering a distance of 397 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 20m and is operated by Tufesa .

Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Merced route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Los Limousines , Greyhound , FlixBus , Tufesa , Fronteras del Norte , Monarca .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Los Angeles to Merced?

The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Merced at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Merced?

A bus trip from Los Angeles to Merced produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Los Angeles to Merced?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5654 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to Merced?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Los Angeles to Merced?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Los Angeles to Merced?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Fronteras del Norte , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Los Angeles to Merced from R 581 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to Merced on 25 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
01:45	Union Station	6h 10m	07:55	Merced Amtrak	Cheapest
05:45	Suc. Pacoima	4h 50m	10:35	Merced Bus Station	Fastest
23:45	Los Angeles Union Station	6h 15m	06:00	Merced Bus Stop	No tags
07:50	Los Angeles Union Station	6h 15m	14:05	1579 Martin Luther King Jr Way	No tags
03:45	Union Station	6h 17m	10:02	Merced Amtrak	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Merced on 26 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
01:45	Union Station	6h 10m	07:55	Merced Amtrak	Cheapest
06:50	Suc. Pacoima	3h 20m	10:10	Merced Bus Station	Fastest
23:45	Los Angeles Union Station	6h 15m	06:00	Merced Bus Stop	No tags
07:50	Los Angeles Union Station	6h 15m	14:05	1579 Martin Luther King Jr Way	No tags
03:45	Union Station	6h 17m	10:02	Merced Amtrak	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Merced on 27 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
01:45	Union Station	6h 10m	07:55	Merced Amtrak	Cheapest
05:45	Suc. Pacoima	4h 50m	10:35	Merced Bus Station	Fastest
23:45	Los Angeles Union Station	6h 15m	06:00	Merced Bus Stop	No tags
07:50	Los Angeles Union Station	6h 15m	14:05	1579 Martin Luther King Jr Way	No tags
03:45	Union Station	6h 17m	10:02	Merced Amtrak	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Merced on 28 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:20	UCLA	6h 35m	13:55	Merced Amtrak	Cheapest
06:50	Suc. Pacoima	3h 20m	10:10	Merced Bus Station	Fastest
23:45	Los Angeles Union Station	6h 15m	06:00	Merced Bus Stop	No tags
07:50	Los Angeles Union Station	6h 15m	14:05	1579 Martin Luther King Jr Way	No tags
01:45	Union Station	6h 10m	07:55	Merced Amtrak	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Merced on 29 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
01:45	Union Station	6h 10m	07:55	Merced Amtrak	Cheapest
05:45	Suc. Pacoima	4h 50m	10:35	Merced Bus Station	Fastest
23:45	Los Angeles Union Station	6h 15m	06:00	Merced Bus Stop	No tags
07:50	Los Angeles Union Station	6h 15m	14:05	1579 Martin Luther King Jr Way	No tags
03:45	Union Station	6h 17m	10:02	Merced Amtrak	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Merced on 30 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
00:10	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	5h 50m	06:00	Merced Bus Stop	Cheapest
05:45	Suc. Pacoima	4h 50m	10:35	Merced Bus Station	Fastest
23:45	Los Angeles Union Station	6h 15m	06:00	Merced Bus Stop	No tags
07:50	Los Angeles Union Station	6h 15m	14:05	1579 Martin Luther King Jr Way	No tags
01:45	Union Station	6h 10m	07:55	Merced Amtrak	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Merced on 31 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:20	UCLA	6h 35m	13:55	Merced Amtrak	Cheapest
06:50	Suc. Pacoima	3h 20m	10:10	Merced Bus Station	Fastest
23:45	Los Angeles Union Station	6h 15m	06:00	Merced Bus Stop	No tags
07:50	Los Angeles Union Station	6h 15m	14:05	1579 Martin Luther King Jr Way	No tags
01:45	Union Station	6h 10m	07:55	Merced Amtrak	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:36 PM PST.

Get from Los Angeles to Merced

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 704, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

6h 10mAverage duration

397 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Los Angeles and Merced?

Stops in Los Angeles

A
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
C
613 Maple Ave
613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
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D
Los Angeles International Airport
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E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA
F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA

Stops in Merced

A
Merced Bus Station
710 W 16th St, Merced, CA 95340, USA
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B
55 E 16th St
55 E. 16th St , CA 95340 , USA

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55 673 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Los Limousines

3.5/5279 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.9

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 449 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87449 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 704

Greyhound Los Angeles Merced recent customer reviews

Will never take bus again

Tim M.

18 May 2022

The driver was kind

Jacqueline M.

30 September 2019

The staff are extremely friendly rude for no reason.

Luis E.

17 May 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511 727 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Tufesa

3.5/5699 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi3

Fronteras del Norte

3.5/53 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness5

Monarca

1/510 reviews

Staff1.7

Timeliness1.5

Cleanliness0

WiFi0

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US to Merced by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Los Angeles to Merced?
The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Merced start at R 704. The average price for this route is around R 1 283. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Los Angeles to Merced?
The average bus journey time from Los Angeles to Merced is 6h 10m, covering a distance of 397 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 20m and is operated by Tufesa.
Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Merced route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Los Limousines, Greyhound, FlixBus, Tufesa, Fronteras del Norte, Monarca.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Los Angeles to Merced?
The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Merced at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Merced?
A bus trip from Los Angeles to Merced produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Los Angeles to Merced?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5654 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to Merced?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Los Angeles to Merced?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Los Angeles to Merced?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Fronteras del Norte, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

22/12

R 1 174

23/12

R 974

Today

R 974

25/12

R 889

26/12

R 923

27/12

R 923

28/12

R 974

29/12

R 923

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Merced was searched and found on 25 Dec 2025 with a price of R 889

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Los Angeles, US to Merced as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 889 to R 2 204 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Merced based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 889, which is on 2025-12-25.

Usually FlixBus, Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.