Tickets from San Diego to Merced by Bus or Train
Only $64 for Amtrak train tickets on a 9h 31m trip. Choose a date, or explore more travel options below.
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| Companies | Departures | Duration | Service | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 9:25 PM->7:13 AM | 9h 31m | 1 Transfer | |
Autobuses Monarca | 6:30 PM->4:00 AM | 9h 30m | Direct | |
Monarca | 6:30 PM->4:00 AM | 9h 30m | Direct | |
 | 12:30 PM->11:10 PM | 10h 40m | Direct | |
 | 8:15 PM->2:35 PM | 14h 15m | 1 Transfer | |
 | 10:50 AM->11:30 PM | 10h 15m | 1 Transfer |
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Bus from San Diego to Merced
The bus trip from San Diego to Merced takes approximately 10h 15m duration and covers a distance of about 363mi. There are usually 10 buses traveling daily to Merced and you can find the cheapest tickets from $65.14 if you buy in advance on the internet.
| Distance | 363mi |
|---|---|
| Price | $65 |
| Frequency | 10 |
| Fastest | 10h 15m |
| Companies |
Train from San Diego to Merced
It takes an average of 9h 31m to travel from San Diego to Merced by train, covering a distance of about 363mi. There are usually 1 trains traveling daily from San Diego to Merced and tickets for this journey start from $64.2 when you book in advance.
| Distance | 363mi |
|---|---|
| Price | $64 |
| Frequency | 1 |
| Fastest | 9h 31m |
| Companies |
San Diego, CA
Getting around San Diego
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Merced, CA
Getting around Merced
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Saving Money
Cheapest Bus
The cheapest bus ticket from San Diego to Merced is a regular seat, one-way trip, when booked in advance. Buying on the day of travel is usually more expensive and may include additional costs that can vary depending on the time of day and bus class.
- Book in advance.
- Most companies sell bus tickets about three to six months in advance. If you already have your travel date set, search as early as possible to save money.
- Be flexible with your travel times.
- Many companies increase ticket prices during "peak hours" (usually between 06:00 - 10:00 and 15:00 - 19:00 on weekdays). If possible, choose to travel outside of these hours to find cheaper tickets and save money.
- Check connections.
- On some of the busiest routes, you may also have the option of taking a slower or connecting transportation. It may take a little longer, but if you have a bit more time available, you may find a cheaper ticket.