How much is the bus ticket from San Ysidro to Merced?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Ysidro to Merced start from $57. The average price for this route is around $99. 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 Ysidro to Merced?

The average bus trip duration from San Ysidro to Merced is 9h 20m, covering a distance of 382 miles (616 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 15m and is operated by Los Limousines .

Which bus companies service the San Ysidro to Merced route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Los Limousines , Greyhound , FlixBus , Monarca .

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

The earliest bus departs from San Ysidro to Merced at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00pm.

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

A bus trip from San Ysidro to Merced generates an estimated 15 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 Ysidro to Merced?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Ysidro to Merced?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Los Limousines has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.

Which bus company has the most timely service from San Ysidro 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 Ysidro to Merced?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus San Ysidro to Merced from $88 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Ysidro to Merced on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:45am	San Ysidro Greyhound Bus Station	10h 25m	10:10pm	Merced Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	1:00pm	San Ysidro Greyhound Bus Station	8h 15m	9:15pm	Merced Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	7:00pm	San Ysidro Bus terminal	11h	6:00am	Merced Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for San Ysidro to Merced on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:15am	San Ysidro Greyhound Bus Station	9h 20m	10:35am	Merced Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	2:00am	San Ysidro Greyhound Bus Station	7h 15m	9:15am	Merced Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	7:00pm	San Ysidro Bus terminal	11h	6:00am	Merced Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	11:45am	San Ysidro Greyhound Bus Station	10h 25m	10:10pm	Merced Bus Station	No tags
Bus	1:00pm	San Ysidro Greyhound Bus Station	8h 15m	9:15pm	Merced Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for San Ysidro to Merced on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:15am	San Ysidro Greyhound Bus Station	9h 20m	10:35am	Merced Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	2:00am	San Ysidro Greyhound Bus Station	7h 15m	9:15am	Merced Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	7:00pm	San Ysidro Bus terminal	11h	6:00am	Merced Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	11:45am	San Ysidro Greyhound Bus Station	10h 25m	10:10pm	Merced Bus Station	No tags
Bus	1:00pm	San Ysidro Greyhound Bus Station	8h 15m	9:15pm	Merced Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 2:29 PM PST.

Get from San Ysidro to Merced

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

9h 20mAverage Duration

382 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in San Ysidro and Merced?

Stops in San Ysidro

A
San Ysidro Greyhound Bus Station
731 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Ysidro, CA 92173
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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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Compare bus companies

Los Limousines

3.5/5272 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,403 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.

FlixBus

3.5/511,465 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.

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 San Ysidro, CA 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 Ysidro to Merced?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Ysidro to Merced start from $57. The average price for this route is around $99. 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 Ysidro to Merced?
The average bus trip duration from San Ysidro to Merced is 9h 20m, covering a distance of 382 miles (616 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 15m and is operated by Los Limousines.
Which bus companies service the San Ysidro to Merced route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Los Limousines, Greyhound, FlixBus, Monarca.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Ysidro to Merced?
The earliest bus departs from San Ysidro to Merced at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Ysidro to Merced?
A bus trip from San Ysidro to Merced generates an estimated 15 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 Ysidro to Merced?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Ysidro to Merced?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Los Limousines has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
Which bus company has the most timely service from San Ysidro 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 Ysidro to Merced?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

11/26

$90

11/27

$90

Today

$89

11/29

$88

11/30

$90

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The cheapest trip from San Ysidro, CA to Merced was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $88

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

You can expect to pay from $88 to $198 for a bus ticket from San Ysidro, CA to Merced based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $88 which is on 2025-11-29.

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.