Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Merced Bus Station | Suc. Pacoima | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Merced Bus Stop | Los Angeles Union Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | 1579 Martin Luther King Jr Way | Los Angeles Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Merced Bus Station | Suc. Pacoima | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Merced Bus Stop | Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood | No tags |
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Get from Merced to Los Angeles
The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 721, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Merced and Los Angeles?
Stops in Merced
- A710 W 16th St, Merced, CA 95340, USA
- B
55 E 16th St
55 E. 16th St , CA 95340 , USA
Stops in Los Angeles
- A571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
- B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA - C613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
- 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Merced to Los Angeles, US 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 Merced to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Merced to Los Angeles start at R 721. The average price for this route is around R 1 294. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Merced to Los Angeles?
The average bus journey time from Merced to Los Angeles is 6h 30m, covering a distance of 415 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 55m and is operated by Fronteras del Norte.
Which bus companies service the Merced to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Los Limousines, FlixBus, Greyhound, Fronteras del Norte, Monarca.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Merced to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Merced to Los Angeles at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 19:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Merced to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Merced to Los Angeles 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 Merced to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Fronteras del Norte, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Merced to Los Angeles?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Merced to Los Angeles?
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 Merced to Los Angeles?
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.
The cheapest trip from Merced to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 24 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 128To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Merced to Los Angeles, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 128 to R 2 204 for a bus ticket from Merced to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 178, which is on 2025-12-27.
Usually 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.
