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How to Travel from

Santa Cruz to Merced

by Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Stockton to Merced
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.84–$82.92
Bus from Front to Diridon
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

Altamont Corridor Express

Phone:
+1 800-411-7245
Website:
acerail.com
Train from San Jose Amtrak Station to Stockton-
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$15.31–$20.41

Bus operators

Tufesa Mexico

Phone:
+52 644 410 2444
Website:
tufesa.com.mx/
Bus from San Jose to Los
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.65–$20.41

Santa Cruz Metro

Phone:
+1 (831) 425-8600
Website:
scmtd.com/en/
Bus from Front to Diridon
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.17–$8.29

Tufesa

Phone:
+1 833 766 3553
Website:
tufesainternacional.com
Bus from San Jose - King Rd to Los
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$28.07–$54.85

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–$3.44

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Cruz to Merced?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Cruz to Merced is to bus which costs $10.33 - $34.78 and takes 6h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Cruz to Merced?

The fastest way to get from Santa Cruz to Merced is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs $20.65 - $30.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Cruz and Merced?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Cruz to Merced. However, there are services departing from Front and arriving at Transpo via San Jose Diridon, 2nd & Santa Clara, San Jose and Pacheco @ Target. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

How far is it from Santa Cruz to Merced?

The distance between Santa Cruz and Merced is 293 km. The road distance is 192 km.

How do I travel from Santa Cruz to Merced without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Cruz to Merced without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 23m and costs $23.91 - $97.83 .

How long does it take to get from Santa Cruz to Merced?

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Santa Cruz to Merced, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Cruz to Merced bus from?

Santa Cruz to Merced bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, depart from Front station.

Where does the Santa Cruz to Merced bus arrive?

Santa Cruz to Merced bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, arrive at Diridon Station.

Can I drive from Santa Cruz to Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Cruz to Merced is 192 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Santa Cruz to Merced.

Where can I stay near Merced?

There are 27+ hotels available in Merced. Prices start at $47.60 per night.
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