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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Merced to Madera. Traveling by bus from Merced to Madera usually takes around one hour and 21 minutes, but the fastest Los Limousines bus can make the trip in just one hour and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 33 mi (53 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 15m |
| Cheapest price | €21.67 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Los Limousines |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Merced to Madera?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Merced to Madera that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Los Limousines usually offers more choice, with 2 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autobuses Monarca | 1 | 1h 30m | €22.08 |
| Los Limousines | 2 | 1h 15m | €24.69 |
Book Autobuses Monarca from Merced to Madera from €22. There are 1 Autobuses Monarca schedules from Merced to Madera and you can expect on average to pay for a Autobuses Monarca ticket to Madera. In Merced, Autobuses Monarca departs to Madera from Viajes Express - 710 W 16th St and no other station. In Madera, Autobuses Monarca arrives at E Yosemite Ave 118 and no other station.
An average trip on Autobuses Monarca from Merced to Madera takes 1 hours and 30 minutes , while the fastest available Autobuses Monarca trip will get you to Madera in 1 hours and 15 minutes .
On weekends, Autobuses Monarca offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Madera.
Book Los Limousines from Merced to Madera from €24. There are 2 Los Limousines schedules from Merced to Madera and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to Madera. In Merced, Los Limousines departs to Madera from Viajes Express - 710 W 16th St and no other station. In Madera, Los Limousines arrives at South C Street and no other station.
An average trip on Los Limousines from Merced to Madera takes 1 hours and 15 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Madera.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of one hour and 21 minutes to cover the 53 kilometers from Merced to Madera. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 15 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Travelers prefer riding the bus on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Madera. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go."
The first bus leaves at 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Merced to Madera, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Merced to Madera every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Merced to Madera without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Merced to Madera; ticket prices start at €6.54.
City Information
Merced
Merced is a beautiful city in the Central Valley of California. Nicknamed the Gateway to Yosemite, it’s no shock to learn Merced is only about an hour and a half drive from Yosemite National Park. But if you’d prefer to stay in town, Merced has an abundance of gorgeous parks, winding bike routes, golf courses, hiking, boating, fishing, camping – the list goes on.
For indoor fun, check out the Merced Multicultural Art Centre for art viewing and classes. Or, if you’re on the hunt for a bargain or home decor, visit the Merced Antique Mall with 7500 square feet of antiques and curios. Once you’ve worked up an appetite perusing, head to the Hilmar Cheese Company to tour the factory, watch the packaging process, and, the best part, eat all the free samples. To make it a full charcuterie meal, visit the Merced Fruit Barn. As a sort of farmer’s market, the Fruit Barn has arguably the best fresh and dried fruit in the state and a deli on-site for any and all sandwich needs.
The nearest major airport is Merced Regional Airport. Amtrak has routes through the city to Seattle, Yosemite Valley, and San Francisco, and Greyhound connects LA to Merced.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Merced?
Main departure station: Viajes Express - 710 W 16th St
Most buses depart from the main station in Merced.
All bus stations in Merced:
Viajes Express - 710 W 16th St
Where does the bus arrive in Madera?
Main arrival station: South C Street
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Madera.
Bus stations in Madera:
South C Street
E Yosemite Ave 118
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