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Compare 2 ways to travel from Merced to San Francisco

Bus
Average priceUS$26 - US$75Average duration3h 30m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$24 - US$42Average duration3h 27m
16kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Merced to San Francisco

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Francisco. The journey takes about 3 hours 27 minutes and with fares starting at just US$24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day
3h 27mAverage duration
US$24Cheapest ticket
16kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Merced to San Francisco, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$33
Average bus trip duration3h 30m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure06:00
Distance110 miles
Latest bus departure14:20

Merced to San Francisco Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Merced - San Francisco, US

  1. How far is San Francisco from Merced by coach?

    The distance between Merced and San Francisco by coach is approximately 111 miles (179 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach San Francisco from Merced without a car?

    You can travel to San Francisco from Merced by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Merced to San Francisco, US was searched and found on 28 Jul 2025 with a price of US$21

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Merced to San Francisco.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 Merced to San Francisco.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Merced to San Francisco will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

What's the cheapest way to go from Merced to San Francisco, US?

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Bus from Merced to San Francisco, US

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