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Bus Santa Cruz to Merced: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$46
Average bus trip duration6h 50m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure13:45
Distance89 miles

Santa Cruz to Merced Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Santa Cruz to Merced, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Cruz (CA), US - Merced

  1. How much is the cheapest coach ticket from Santa Cruz to Merced?

    The price for a coach ticket from Santa Cruz to Merced starts at US$46, though the average is US$46. The cost of tickets can fluctuate based on factors like the time of day, the company, and the class you choose. To get accurate and up-to-date pricing information, check out all your options on our search tool.

  2. How long does it take to travel from Santa Cruz to Merced by bus?

    The average duration for a trip from Santa Cruz to Merced by coach is around 6h 50m. If you're looking for the fastest trip, you can get there in just about 6h 50m. Please be aware that the time it takes for your journey may vary depending on the traffic conditions along the route.

  3. When is the first coach from Santa Cruz to Merced?

    The first departure to Merced is at 13:45. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

  4. How far is Merced from Santa Cruz by coach?

    The distance between Santa Cruz and Merced by coach is approximately 88 miles (142 km).

  5. Is there a way to reach Merced from Santa Cruz without a car?

    You can travel to Merced from Santa Cruz by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Santa Cruz and Merced!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Santa Cruz to Merced, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Santa Cruz to Merced that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Santa Cruz to Merced, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Will you be returning to Santa Cruz by bus?

Bus from Santa Cruz to Merced

You can also go to Merced by train

Train from Santa Cruz to Merced

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