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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Stockton to Merced. Traveling by bus from Stockton to Merced usually takes around 2 hours and 53 minutes, but the fastest Tufesa Plus bus can make the trip in just one hour and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 63 mi (102 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 45m |
| Cheapest price | €24.48 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Los Limousines |
| Bus lines | 3 |
What bus companies travel from Stockton to Merced?
There are 3 bus lines from Stockton to Merced available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. Los Limousines offers the most choice in regards to departure times, with a couple of different times on its daily bus schedule.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autobuses Monarca | 1 | 2h 37m | €44.02 |
| Los Limousines | 2 | 3h 3m | €24.91 |
| Tufesa Plus | 1 | 1h 45m | €32.04 |
Book Autobuses Monarca from Stockton to Merced from €43. There are 1 Autobuses Monarca schedules from Stockton to Merced and you can expect on average to pay for a Autobuses Monarca ticket to Merced. In Stockton, Autobuses Monarca departs to Merced from 330 Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd. and no other station. In Merced, Autobuses Monarca arrives at Viajes Express - 710 W 16th St and no other station.
An average trip on Autobuses Monarca from Stockton to Merced takes 2 hours and 37 minutes , while the fastest available Autobuses Monarca trip will get you to Merced in 1 hours and 45 minutes .
On weekends, Autobuses Monarca offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Merced.
Book Los Limousines from Stockton to Merced from €24. There are 2 Los Limousines schedules from Stockton to Merced and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to Merced. In Stockton, Los Limousines departs to Merced from Central Autobuses 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 Stockton to Merced takes 3 hours and 3 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to Merced in 1 hours and 45 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Merced.
Tufesa Plus is an economy bus service run by Tufesa. Its service area covers the southwestern states in the United States and parts of northwest Mexico. Onboard, travelers can enjoy AC, power outlets, reclining chairs, separate male and female restrooms, and WiFi while in Mexico.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 53 minutes to cover the 102 kilometers from Stockton to Merced. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 45 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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 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, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week."
The first bus leaves at 7:00am and the last bus leaves at 4:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Stockton to Merced, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Stockton to Merced 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 Stockton to Merced without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Stockton to Merced; ticket prices start at €10.37.
City Information
Stockton
Stockton, California, is a diverse, creative, and culturally rich city. It's also in the perfect place for various Cali weekend trips, with Sacramento, San Francisco, and Yosemite National Park all within reach. Stockton is an excellent place to post up while touring Northern California.
And of course, there's plenty to do in the city itself. The Bob Hope Theatre, sometimes known as "The Fox" by locals, is a popular entertainment venue and a beautifully preserved piece of Stockton's history. The recent refurbishment has produced a magnificent place for local arts productions, film, dance, comedy, and Broadway-style entertainment, as well as the newest in top-name musical entertainment.
Amtrak has multiple routes to Stockton from Bakersfield, Los Angeles, and Sacramento. Jefferson Lines provides the most bus service to the city, and buses go from Stockton to cities across the nation, including Phoenix, Huntington Park, and even Ontario. The city has its own airport, Stockton Airport (SCK), although some travelers also use the airport in Sacramento for more flight options.
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 Stockton?
Main departure station: Central Autobuses
Buses to Merced leave from 3 stations in Stockton.
All bus stations in Stockton:
Central Autobuses
330 Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd.
2180 East Mariposa Road
Where does the bus arrive in Merced?
Main arrival station: Viajes Express - 710 W 16th St
All buses from Stockton arrive at one main station in Merced.
Bus stations in Merced:
Viajes Express - 710 W 16th St
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