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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Ontario to Merced. Traveling by bus from Ontario to Merced usually takes around 15 hours and 3 minutes, but the fastest Los Limousines bus can make the trip in 13 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 274 mi (442 km) |
| Shortest duration | 13h 10m |
| Cheapest price | $120.92 |
| Most frequent service | Los Limousines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Ontario to Merced?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Ontario to Merced. Los Limousines connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Limousines | 3 | 15h 3m | $122.07 |
Book Los Limousines from Ontario to Merced from $121. There are 3 Los Limousines schedules from Ontario to Merced and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to Merced. In Ontario, Los Limousines departs to Merced from Ontario Convention Ctr and no other station. In Merced, Los Limousines arrives at Viajes Express - 710 W 16th St and no other station.
An average trip on Los Limousines from Ontario to Merced takes 15 hours and 3 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to Merced in 13 hours and 10 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 3 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Merced.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 15 hours and 3 minutes to cover the 442 kilometers from Ontario to Merced. However, the fastest bus only takes 13 hours and 10 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road 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.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Merced. 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, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Merced, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Ontario to Merced, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Ontario to Merced every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Ontario to Merced; ticket prices start at $57.49.
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 Ontario?
Main departure station: Ontario Convention Ctr
Most buses depart from the main station in Ontario.
All bus stations in Ontario:
Ontario Convention Ctr
Where does the bus arrive in Merced?
Main arrival station: Viajes Express - 710 W 16th St
All buses from Ontario arrive at one main station in Merced.
Bus stations in Merced:
Viajes Express - 710 W 16th St
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