What is the travel distance from Merced to Bakersfield?

The distance separating Merced and Bakersfield is 159 miles (256 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Merced to Bakersfield?

The majority of buses traveling from Merced to Bakersfield start their journey at Merced Bus Station and wind up at Tufesa Bus Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Bus Merced to Bakersfield from $36 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Merced to Bakersfield on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:05am	1579 Martin Luther King Jr Way	3h 35m	12:40pm	16th St (Bakersfield)	CheapestFastest
Bus	1:00am	Merced Bus Stop	3h 45m	4:45am	16th St (Bakersfield)	No tags
Bus	9:05am	1579 Martin Luther King Jr Way	4h	1:05pm	McKee Park & Ride	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Merced to Bakersfield

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Bakersfield. The journey takes about 3 hours 12 minutes and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

3h 12mAverage Duration

157 milesDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$34 - $51	Average Duration3h 45m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$36 - $42	Average Duration3h 12m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Merced and Bakersfield?

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
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Stops in Bakersfield

A
Tufesa Bus Station
1401 Chamberlain Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93305, USA
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B
Amtrak Station
601 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301, USA
C
Latino Travel
2225 Niles Pt. St , 93306 Bakersfield, CA USA
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,450 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Tufesa

3.5/5695 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

Wifi3

Since 1994, Tufesa has been offering comfortable, safe, and affordable bus travel in the United States (California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona and Texas) and Mexico (Baja California Sur, Sonora, Sinaloa and Guadalajara). Tufesa buses are equipped with comfortable reclining seats, power outlets, bathrooms, and WiFi (only in Mexico). Tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to 1 hour before travel time for a small fee. The company accepts e-tickets, so you don't have to worry about printing your boarding pass. With over 1 daily trips, you'll surely find a convenient trip that fits your needs and your schedule.

Greyhound

3.5/587,397 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Los Limousines

3.5/5268 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi2.8

Monarca

1/510 reviews

Staff1.7

Timeliness1.5

Cleanliness0

Wifi0

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Merced to Bakersfield by bus

What is the travel distance from Merced to Bakersfield?
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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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$34

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$44

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$36

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The cheapest trip from Merced to Bakersfield was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $34

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

You can expect to pay from $34 to $79 for a bus ticket from Merced to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-11-27.