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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Chico | Merced Amtrak | Cheapest | |||||
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| Chico | Merced Amtrak | No tags | |||||
| Chico | Merced Amtrak | No tags |
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Get from Chico to Merced
The journey takes about 8 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chico to Merced by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Chico to Merced?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chico to Merced start from $48. The average price for this route is around $51. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Chico to Merced?
The average bus trip duration from Chico to Merced is 8h 35m, covering a distance of 183 miles (295 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 44m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Chico to Merced route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chico to Merced?
The earliest bus departs from Chico to Merced at 6:35am. And the latest bus departs at 6:35am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chico to Merced?
A bus trip from Chico to Merced generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Chico 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 Chico 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 has the most timely service from Chico to Merced?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Chico to Merced?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 Chico to Merced was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $39To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chico to Merced, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $39 to $41 for a bus ticket from Chico to Merced based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2025-12-25.
