How to Travel from

Merced to Bakersfield

by Rideshare or Car

United States of America Merced Bakersfield

Cheapest

By car (263 km)

2 h 41 min

263 km.

from $14

Other

Rideshare

2 h 41 min

263 km.

from $10.01

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:

+1 800-872-7245

Website:

amtrak.com/home.html

Train from Merced to Bakersfield

Ave. Duration:

3h 12m

Frequency:

Every 4 hours

Estimated price:

$24.27–$114.95

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:

+1 214-849-8100

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

greyhound.com/

Bus from Merced to Bakersfield,

Ave. Duration:

4h 45m

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$12.77–$121.34

Tufesa Mexico

Phone:

+52 644 410 2444

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

tufesa.com.mx/

Bus from Merced to Bakersfield,

Ave. Duration:

Frequency:

3 times a week

Estimated price:

$16.60–$29.38

CBX Cross Border Express

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

crossborderxpress.com/en/

Bus from Merced to Bakersfield,

Ave. Duration:

3h 30m

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$38.32–$54.92

Tufesa

Phone:

+1 833 766 3553

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

tufesainternacional.com

Bus from Merced to Bakersfield,

Ave. Duration:

Frequency:

3 times a week

Estimated price:

$45.98–$76.64

What is the cheapest way to get from Merced to Bakersfield?

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Bakersfield is to bus which costs $14.13 - $25 and takes 3h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merced to Bakersfield?

The fastest way to get from Merced to Bakersfield is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs $29.35 - $42.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Bakersfield?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Merced and arriving at Bakersfield, CA. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Merced and Bakersfield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Merced and arriving at Bakersfield. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Merced to Bakersfield?

The distance between Merced and Bakersfield is 272 km. The road distance is 263.1 km.

How do I travel from Merced to Bakersfield without a car?

The best way to get from Merced to Bakersfield without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs $20.65 - $97.83 .

How long does it take to get from Merced to Bakersfield?

The train from Merced to Bakersfield takes 3h 12m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Merced to Bakersfield bus from?

Merced to Bakersfield bus services, operated by CBX Cross Border Express, depart from Merced station.

Where do I catch the Merced to Bakersfield train from?

Merced to Bakersfield train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Merced station.

Train or bus from Merced to Bakersfield?

The best way to get from Merced to Bakersfield is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs $20.65 - $97.83 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $14.13 - $25 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Merced to Bakersfield bus arrive?

Merced to Bakersfield bus services, operated by CBX Cross Border Express, arrive at Bakersfield, CA station.

Where does the Merced to Bakersfield train arrive?

Merced to Bakersfield train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Bakersfield station.

Can I drive from Merced to Bakersfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Bakersfield is 263 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Merced to Bakersfield.

How do I get a train ticket from Merced to Bakersfield?

Book your Merced to Bakersfield train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Merced to Bakersfield?

Book your Merced to Bakersfield bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bakersfield?

There are 96+ hotels available in Bakersfield. Prices start at $54.03 per night.

Book in Bakersfield

Courtyard by Marriott Bakersfield

3601 Marriott Drive

Fine

8.5

Residence Inn Bakersfield

4241 Chester Lane

Fine

7.5

SpringHill Suites Bakersfield

3801 Marriott Drive

Fine

8.5

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Kern County Museum

The Kern County Museum is a history museum located in Bakersfield, California. Its main focus is the history of Kern County. Pioneer Village, located on 16 acres (65,000 m2), contains over 50 original buildings from around the county, related to life in the late 19th century. Other features include: Lori Brock Children's Discovery Center, Black Gold exhibit, and Neon Plaza. The museum is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums.

Fox Theater

The Fox Theater is located at 2001 H Street in Downtown Bakersfield, California. The theater, which opened on Christmas Day, 1930, is a historic performing arts and community events center located in downtown Bakersfield, and hosts a variety of events, ranging from ballets, numerous community events, movies to contemporary pop and rock acts.

Bakersfield Sign

The Bakersfield Sign (also known as the Bakersfield Neon Arch) is one of the most recognizable landmarks in Bakersfield, California. It is located over Sillect Avenue, where the street intersects with Buck Owens Boulevard, to the northwest of Downtown Bakersfield. The sign can be seen from State Route 99 (Golden State Freeway) and is just past the freeway off-ramp. It is also next to the Buck Owens Crystal Palace.

Bakersfield

Bakersfield is a city in Kern County, California, United States. Bakersfield is the most populous city and county seat of Kern County. The city covers about 151 sqmi near the southern end of the San Joaquin Valley, which is located in the Central Valley region.

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Two ways to Travel from Merced to Bakersfield

Transport providers

Train operators

Amtrak

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Tufesa Mexico

CBX Cross Border Express

Tufesa

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