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How to Travel from

Salinas to Merced

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Transport providers

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Salinas to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
2h 53m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.58–$95.68
Train from Oakland to Merced
Ave. Duration:
2h 59m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$20.41–$108.43

Bus operators

Tufesa Mexico

Phone:
+52 644 410 2444
Website:
tufesa.com.mx/
Bus from Gilroy to Los
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.72–$17.86

Tufesa

Phone:
+1 833 766 3553
Website:
tufesainternacional.com
Bus from Gilroy to Los
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.96–$49.75

Monterey-Salinas Transit

Phone:
1-888-678-2871
Website:
mst.org/
Bus from N Main / Rossi to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.30–$4.21

The Bus

Phone:
+1 802-773-3244
Website:
mercedthebus.com/
Bus from Pacheco @ Target to Transpo
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$1.66–$3.57

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Salinas to Merced is to bus which costs $7.61 - $21.74 and takes 4h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salinas to Merced is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs $18.48 - $28.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Salinas and Merced?

No, there is no direct bus from Salinas to Merced. However, there are services departing from N Main / Rossi and arriving at Transpo via Gilroy and Pacheco @ Target. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Salinas and Merced?

No, there is no direct train from Salinas to Merced. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at Merced via Oakland. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

How far is it from Salinas to Merced?

The distance between Salinas and Merced is 186 km. The road distance is 171 km.

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

The best way to get from Salinas to Merced without a car is to bus which takes 4h 54m and costs $7.61 - $21.74 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Salinas to Merced, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salinas to Merced bus from?

Salinas to Merced bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, depart from N Main / Rossi station.

Where do I catch the Salinas to Merced train from?

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

Train or bus from Salinas to Merced?

The best way to get from Salinas to Merced is to bus which takes 4h 54m and costs $7.61 - $21.74 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $31.52 - $173.91 and takes 6h 52m.

Where does the Salinas to Merced bus arrive?

Salinas to Merced bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, arrive at Monterey / Gilroy Train Station.

Where does the Salinas to Merced train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Salinas to Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between Salinas to Merced is 171 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Salinas to Merced.

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

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Where can I stay near Merced?

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