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Compare all timetables for the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA from various bus operators like FlixBus, Greyhound US or Tufesa International for the next days.
today
from $30
tomorrow
from $37
Monday
from $35
Tuesday
from $31
Wednesday
from $32
Thursday
from $48
Friday
from $32

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    3h 25m
    0
    2:30 AM
    Bakersfield, CA
    Truxtun Ave
    5:55 AM
    Merced, CA
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    3h 20m
    0
    8:10 PM
    Bakersfield, CA
    Truxtun Ave
    11:30 PM
    Merced, CA
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    3h 45m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Bakersfield, CA
    Park & Ride/McKee Rd.
    11:30 PM
    Merced, CA
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • Greyhound US
    4h 50m
    0
    8:05 AM
    Bakersfield, CA
    Truxtun Ave
    12:55 PM
    Merced, CA
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $32

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    3h 25m
    0
    2:30 AM
    Bakersfield, CA
    Truxtun Ave
    5:55 AM
    Merced, CA
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $37
  • Greyhound US
    4h 50m
    0
    8:05 AM
    Bakersfield, CA
    Truxtun Ave
    12:55 PM
    Merced, CA
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $37
  • FlixBus
    3h 20m
    0
    8:10 PM
    Bakersfield, CA
    Truxtun Ave
    11:30 PM
    Merced, CA
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $37
  • FlixBus
    3h 45m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Bakersfield, CA
    Park & Ride/McKee Rd.
    11:30 PM
    Merced, CA
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $37

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    3h 25m
    0
    2:30 AM
    Bakersfield, CA
    Truxtun Ave
    5:55 AM
    Merced, CA
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $35
  • Greyhound US
    4h 50m
    0
    8:05 AM
    Bakersfield, CA
    Truxtun Ave
    12:55 PM
    Merced, CA
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $35
  • FlixBus
    3h 20m
    0
    8:10 PM
    Bakersfield, CA
    Truxtun Ave
    11:30 PM
    Merced, CA
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $35
  • FlixBus
    3h 45m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Bakersfield, CA
    Park & Ride/McKee Rd.
    11:30 PM
    Merced, CA
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $35
  • Tufesa International
    2h 0m
    0
    9:10 AM
    Bakersfield, CA
    Bus Stop
    11:10 AM
    Merced, CA
    Bus Stop
    0
    Tufesa International
    Economy
    $48

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    3h 25m
    0
    2:30 AM
    Bakersfield, CA
    Truxtun Ave
    5:55 AM
    Merced, CA
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $31
  • FlixBus
    3h 20m
    0
    8:10 PM
    Bakersfield, CA
    Truxtun Ave
    11:30 PM
    Merced, CA
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $31
  • FlixBus
    3h 45m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Bakersfield, CA
    Park & Ride/McKee Rd.
    11:30 PM
    Merced, CA
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $31
  • Greyhound US
    4h 50m
    0
    8:05 AM
    Bakersfield, CA
    Truxtun Ave
    12:55 PM
    Merced, CA
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $33
  • Tufesa International
    2h 0m
    0
    1:40 PM
    Bakersfield, CA
    Bus Stop
    3:40 PM
    Merced, CA
    Bus Stop
    0
    Tufesa International
    Economy
    $48

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    3h 25m
    0
    2:30 AM
    Bakersfield, CA
    Truxtun Ave
    5:55 AM
    Merced, CA
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $32
  • FlixBus
    3h 20m
    0
    8:10 PM
    Bakersfield, CA
    Truxtun Ave
    11:30 PM
    Merced, CA
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32
  • FlixBus
    3h 45m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Bakersfield, CA
    Park & Ride/McKee Rd.
    11:30 PM
    Merced, CA
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32
  • Greyhound US
    4h 50m
    0
    8:05 AM
    Bakersfield, CA
    Truxtun Ave
    12:55 PM
    Merced, CA
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $33
  • Limousine Express
    3h 5m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Bakersfield, CA
    Chamberlain
    10:35 AM
    Merced, CA
    Bus Station
    0
    Limousine Express
    Economy
    $47

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Tufesa International
    2h 0m
    0
    1:40 PM
    Bakersfield, CA
    Bus Stop
    3:40 PM
    Merced, CA
    Bus Stop
    0
    Tufesa International
    Economy
    $48

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    3h 25m
    0
    2:30 AM
    Bakersfield, CA
    Truxtun Ave
    5:55 AM
    Merced, CA
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $32
  • FlixBus
    3h 20m
    0
    8:10 PM
    Bakersfield, CA
    Truxtun Ave
    11:30 PM
    Merced, CA
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32
  • FlixBus
    3h 45m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Bakersfield, CA
    Park & Ride/McKee Rd.
    11:30 PM
    Merced, CA
    Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $32
  • Greyhound US
    4h 50m
    0
    8:05 AM
    Bakersfield, CA
    Truxtun Ave
    12:55 PM
    Merced, CA
    Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $34
  • Tufesa International
    2h 0m
    0
    9:10 AM
    Bakersfield, CA
    Bus Stop
    11:10 AM
    Merced, CA
    Bus Stop
    0
    Tufesa International
    Economy
    $48

Frequency of bus connections between Bakersfield, CA and Merced, CA

See here how frequent the connections between Bakersfield, CA and Merced, CA are, during different times and days of the week.
Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily buses from Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Bakersfield, CA and Merced, CA.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 13 buses from Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Bakersfield, CA and Merced, CA, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA

Compare all providers like FlixBus, Greyhound US and Tufesa International that travel 4 times every day by bus from Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA in one click! Book your bus ticket from Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA starting from $30!

Cheapest Bus $30
Fastest Bus 2h 0m
Earliest Bus 2:30 AM
Latest Bus 8:10 PM
Daily Bus Routes 4 Ø
Distance 156.3 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus, Greyhound US, Tufesa International and Limousine Express

Cheapest bus connections from Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA

Every day, 4 buses from 4 bus companies leave Bakersfield, CA for Merced, CA: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/14/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 06/08
Monday 06/09
Tuesday 06/10
Wednesday 06/11
Thursday 06/12
Friday 06/13
Saturday 06/14
$30
Sunday 06/15
$37
Monday 06/16
$48
Tuesday 06/17
$48
Wednesday 06/18
$32
Thursday 06/19
$48
Friday 06/20
$48
Saturday 06/21
Sunday 06/22
$47
Monday 06/23
$35
Tuesday 06/24
Wednesday 06/25
$37
Thursday 06/26
Friday 06/27
$29
Saturday 06/28
$29
Sunday 06/29
Monday 06/30
$31
Tuesday 07/01
$31
Wednesday 07/02
$48
Thursday 07/03
$41
Friday 07/04
Saturday 07/05

The cheapest time to travel from Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $30, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $48.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA, with $30. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $48.

How to save money travelling from Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA

These are the most booked bus companies between Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA from our users.

Greyhound US from Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA

Greyhound US

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA:

Cheapest Price $30
Fastest Bus 3h 25m
Earliest Bus 2:30 AM
Last Bus 8:05 AM
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 6/11/2025

FlixBus from Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA:

Cheapest Price $30
Fastest Bus 3h 20m
Earliest Bus 7:45 PM
Last Bus 8:10 PM
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 6/11/2025

Limousine Express from Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA

Limousine Express

Here you will find the key facts about the Limousine Express bus route Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA:

Cheapest Price $47
Fastest Bus 2h 55m
Earliest Bus 7:30 AM
Last Bus 7:15 PM
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 5/19/2025

All bus stations and stops in Bakersfield, CA and Merced, CA

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Bakersfield, CA and Merced, CA.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA? Or which bus companies serve the route Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA bus

How much does a Bakersfield, CA Merced, CA bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $30 and takes 3h 25m to reach Merced, CA. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA?

This route is offered by 4 companies with a range of ticket prices between $30 and $48. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Merced, CA.

On average, how many connections are available from Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA each day?

Every day, the Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA bus route is served by approximately 4 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA take?

The fastest bus from Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA is offered by Tufesa International and takes 2h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $48. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA?

The earliest bus arriving in Merced, CA from Bakersfield, CA starts at 2:30 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA?

The latest bus trip departing from Bakersfield, CA for Merced, CA starts at 8:10 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Bakersfield, CA Merced, CA route?

When traveling by bus from Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA, passengers can travel with FlixBus, Greyhound US and Tufesa International. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield, CA and Merced, CA?

You can check all the direct connections between Bakersfield, CA and Merced, CA by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus, Greyhound US and Tufesa International.

What can I take with me on the Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Bakersfield, CA Merced, CA bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Bakersfield, CA Merced, CA bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Bakersfield, CA to Merced, CA

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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