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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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FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Nicholson Ave | Merced Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Nicholson Ave | Merced Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Nicholson Ave | Merced Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Nicholson Ave | Merced Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Nicholson Ave | Merced Bus Stop | No tags |
Get from Santa Maria to Merced
The journey takes about 12 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $97, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santa Maria, US 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 Santa Maria to Merced?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Maria to Merced start from $97. The average price for this route is around $97. 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 Santa Maria to Merced?
The average bus trip duration from Santa Maria to Merced is 12h 35m, covering a distance of 163 miles (262 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Santa Maria to Merced route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Maria to Merced?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Maria to Merced at 5:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 5:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Maria to Merced?
A bus trip from Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria 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 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria 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.
