How much is the bus ticket from San Luis Obispo to Merced?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Luis Obispo to Merced start from $147. The average price for this route is around $150. 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 San Luis Obispo to Merced?

The average bus trip duration from San Luis Obispo to Merced is 17h 5m, covering a distance of 141 miles (227 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 3m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the San Luis Obispo to Merced route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Luis Obispo to Merced?

The earliest bus departs from San Luis Obispo to Merced at 12:55pm. And the latest bus departs at 4:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Luis Obispo to Merced?

A bus trip from San Luis Obispo to Merced generates an estimated 6 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 San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo 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.

Bus San Luis Obispo to Merced from $147 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for San Luis Obispo to Merced on December 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	4:10pm	San Luis Obispo	13h	5:10am	Merced Bus Stop	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	4:10pm	San Luis Obispo	13h	5:10am	Merced Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	2:00pm	San Luis Obispo	9h 30m	11:30pm	1579 Martin Luther King Jr Way	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	4:10pm	San Luis Obispo	13h 45m	5:55am	Merced Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	4:30pm	San Luis Obispo	13h 25m	5:55am	Merced Bus Stop	No tags

Get from San Luis Obispo to Merced

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 17 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $147, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

17h 5mAverage Duration

141 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in San Luis Obispo and Merced?

Stops in San Luis Obispo

A
AMTRAK Station
1730 Santa Rosa St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, USA
Visit page
B
San Luis Obispo Bus Stop
1460 Calle Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405, USA

Stops in Merced

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

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,688 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,810 reviews

Staff4.1

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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo to Merced?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Luis Obispo to Merced start from $147. The average price for this route is around $150. 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 San Luis Obispo to Merced?
The average bus trip duration from San Luis Obispo to Merced is 17h 5m, covering a distance of 141 miles (227 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 3m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the San Luis Obispo to Merced route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Luis Obispo to Merced?
The earliest bus departs from San Luis Obispo to Merced at 12:55pm. And the latest bus departs at 4:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Luis Obispo to Merced?
A bus trip from San Luis Obispo to Merced generates an estimated 6 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 San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo 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.