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How to Travel from

Riverside to Merced

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Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Ontario International Airport to Sacramento
Ave. Duration:
3h 22m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$229.62–$829.20
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Fresno
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.87–$459.25

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Ontario International Airport to Sacramento
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$204.11–$637.84
Plane from Ontario International Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.57–$420.98

Advanced Air, LLC

Website:
advancedaircharters.com/
Plane from Hawthorne to Merced
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.33–$318.92

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Bakersfield to Merced
Ave. Duration:
3h 1m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$24.24–$114.81
Train from Sacramento to Merced
Ave. Duration:
2h 9m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.58–$95.68
Train from Richmond to Merced
Ave. Duration:
2h 41m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.14–$102.05
Bus from Riverside to Bakersfield
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Metrolink Trains

Phone:
(800) 371-LINK (5465)
Website:
metrolinktrains.com
Train from Riverside-Downtown station to L.
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$12.76–$16.58
Train from Riverside-Downtown station to Norwalk/
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.21–$14.03

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Bakersfield
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.93–$95.68

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Merced
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.86–$70.16
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Bakersfield
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.76–$57.41
Bus from Fresno Bus Station to Merced
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.29–$44.65

CBX Cross Border Express

Website:
crossborderxpress.com/en/
Bus from Los Angeles to Merced
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.85–$82.92

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Riverside to Merced is to drive which costs $54.35 - $86.96 and takes 5h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Riverside to Merced is to drive which takes 5h 25m and costs $54.35 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Riverside and Merced?

No, there is no direct bus from Riverside to Merced. However, there are services departing from Riverside and arriving at Merced via Bakersfield Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

How far is it from Riverside to Merced?

The distance between Riverside and Merced is 540 km. The road distance is 521.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Riverside to Merced without a car is to bus which takes 8h 35m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 35m to get from Riverside to Merced, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Merced bus from?

Riverside to Merced bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Riverside station.

Where does the Riverside to Merced bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Riverside to Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverside to Merced is 522 km. It takes approximately 5h 25m to drive from Riverside to Merced.

Where can I stay near Merced?

There are 27+ hotels available in Merced. Prices start at $49.12 per night.
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