Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Santa Fe Depot | Merced Amtrak | CheapestFastest | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | UCSD Health La Jolla Station | Merced Bus Stop | No tags | |||||
 | Greyhound Bus Stop | Merced Bus Stop | No tags | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Downtown SD (Seaport) | Merced Bus Stop | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:08 AM PDT.
Get from San Diego to Merced
The journey takes about 16 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in San Diego and Merced
Stops in San Diego
- A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA - B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA - C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, 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 traveling from San Diego, CA, US 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 San Diego to Merced?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Merced start from $61. The average price for this route is around $105. 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 San Diego to Merced?
The average bus trip duration from San Diego to Merced is 16h 10m, covering a distance of 363 miles (586 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 45m and is operated by Los Limousines.
Which bus companies service the San Diego to Merced route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, Los Limousines, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to Merced?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Merced at 1:10pm. And the latest bus departs at 7:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Merced?
A bus trip from San Diego to Merced generates an estimated 14.6319 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from San Diego 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 5847 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Merced?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from San Diego to Merced?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 San Diego to Merced?
According to Busbud traveler 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 San Diego, CA, US to Merced was searched and found on Aug 1, 2026 with a price of $70To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Merced, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $70 to $185 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Merced based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $70 which is on 2026-08-01.
