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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity coaches per day from Salinas to Merced. Traveling by coach from Salinas to Merced usually takes around 12 hours and 3 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 8 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 78 mi (125 km) |
| Shortest duration | 8h 30m |
| Cheapest price | £12.77 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Salinas to Merced?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Salinas to Merced. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 3 | 12h 4m | £13.30 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 3 bus trips from Salinas to Merced every day, with the average journey taking around 12 hours and 4 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Merced usually start from £13.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 12 hours and 3 minutes to cover the 78 miles from Salinas to Merced. However, the fastest coach only takes 8 hours and 30 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first coach leaves at 06:00 and the last coach leaves at 21:00. To see the times for all coaches from Salinas to Merced, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled coaches that travel from Salinas 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 coach you take, you will have to transfer coaches at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Salinas to Merced; ticket prices start at £46.29.
City Information
Salinas
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Salinas is a city in California popularly known as the Salad Bowl of the World- though the nickname is about more than healthy food. The city has a vibrant agriculture industry, pristine farmland, historic sites, and plenty of greenery. As an agriculture-based city, it's not surprising that there are a lot of outdoor areas to visit, from Natividad Creek Park to the Creekbridge Neighborhood Park. In addition, history lovers in Salinas can visit the National Steinbeck Center and Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum for their interactive exhibits, while Salinas Valley Art Gallery appeals to art lovers.
For wine lovers in Salinas, there is a wide range of wineries and vineyards in the city, with popular choices being the Chateau Sinnet Winery and Vineyard, and SMD Vineyards. Visitors to the city can check out the nightclubs, lounges, and bowling centers. Salinas organizes festivals throughout the year, like the Monthly Art Market & Artisan Fair and the 7th Annual Halloween Beer Crawl.
If you're visiting Salinas by train, over 100 cities offer routes by Amtrak. Fewer bus lines are going to the city, provided by Amtrak Thruway. There are also Monterey-Salinas Transit services for transport inside the city.
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 coach leave from in Salinas?
Main departure station: 11 Station Pl
Most coaches depart from the main station in Salinas.
All coach stations in Salinas:
11 Station Pl
Where does the coach arrive in Merced?
Main arrival station: Viajes Express - 710 W 16th St
All coaches from Salinas arrive at one main station in Merced.
Coach stations in Merced:
Viajes Express - 710 W 16th St
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