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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Phoenix Bus Station | Merced Bus Stop | CheapestFastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Phoenix Airport (PHX)/44th Street station | Merced Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Glendale Bus Stop | Merced Bus Stop | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:52 PM MST.
Get from Phoenix to Merced
The journey takes about 17 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just THB 3,297, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Phoenix and Merced?
Stops in Phoenix
- A
N 27th Ave
1614 N 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85009, USA - B
Phoenix Greyhound Station
2115 E Buckeye Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85034, USA - C
Glendale Ave
2647 W Glendale Ave, Ste 17, Phoenix, Az, Glendale, AZ 85051 - D
44th St Stn
44th Street Transit Center 42009 E Washigton Street, 85034 - E
Desert Ridge
Mellow Mushroom, 5293-5343 E Deer Valley Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85054, USA
Stops in Merced
- A
Merced Bus Station
710 W 16th St, Merced, CA 95340, USA - B
55 E 16th St
55 E. 16th St , CA 95340 , USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Phoenix, AZ to Merced by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Phoenix to Merced?
The cheapest bus tickets from Phoenix to Merced start from THB 3,297. The average price for this route is around THB 4,272. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Phoenix to Merced?
The average bus travel time from Phoenix to Merced is 17h 5m, covering a distance of 875 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 40m and is operated by Tufesa.
Which bus companies service the Phoenix to Merced route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Tufesa, Los Limousines, FlixBus, Amtrak.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Phoenix to Merced?
The earliest bus departs from Phoenix to Merced at 10:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Phoenix to Merced?
A bus trip from Phoenix to Merced generates an estimated 21.871875 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Phoenix to Merced?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5817 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Phoenix to Merced?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Phoenix to Merced?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Phoenix to Merced?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Phoenix, AZ to Merced was searched and found on Jun 18, 2026 with a price of THB 3,359To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Phoenix, AZ to Merced, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from THB 3,359 to THB 7,827 for a bus ticket from Phoenix, AZ to Merced based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at THB 3,359 which is on 2026-06-18.
