Bus Tickets from Oakland to Merced

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Next departures for Oakland to Merced on October 12
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound
12th St / Oakland
Merced Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound
West Oakland BART
Merced Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
Merced Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound
West Oakland BART
Merced Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
Merced Bus StopNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland to Merced

Bus
Average PriceUS$57 - US$58Average Duration8h 20m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$31 - US$38Average Duration2h 59m
15kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Oakland to Merced

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Merced. The journey takes about 2 hours 59 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10train per day
2h 59mAverage Duration
US$31Cheapest ticket
15kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Oakland to Merced: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$58
Average Bus Trip Duration8h 20m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure4:35pm
Distance169 km

Oakland to Merced Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Oakland - Merced

  1. What is the distance between Oakland and Merced?

    The distance between Oakland and Merced is approximately 168 km (104 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Oakland to Merced?

    Buses departing from Emeryville Station in Oakland will take you to Merced Bus Station in Merced.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to Merced was searched and found on Oct 10, 2025 with a price of US$49

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Oakland to Merced, as early as possible.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Oakland to Merced.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Oakland to Merced.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Oakland to Merced.

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Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Will you be returning to Oakland by bus?

Bus from Merced to Oakland

You can also go to Merced by train

Train from Oakland to Merced

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