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Journey Information
There are 6 intercity buses per day from Merced to Tijuana. Traveling by bus from Merced to Tijuana usually takes around 10 hours and 13 minutes, but the fastest Autobuses Monarca bus can make the trip in 9 hours,
| Distance | 384 mi (618 km) |
| Shortest duration | 9h 0m |
| Cheapest price | €78.36 |
| Trips per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | Los Limousines |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Merced to Tijuana?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Merced to Tijuana that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Los Limousines usually offers more choice, with 4 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autobuses Monarca | 2 | 9h 16m | €92.57 |
| Los Limousines | 4 | 10h 46m | €79.96 |
Book Autobuses Monarca from Merced to Tijuana from €91. There are 2 trips per day offered by Autobuses Monarca from Merced to Tijuana and you can expect on average to pay for a Autobuses Monarca ticket to Tijuana. In Merced, Autobuses Monarca departs to Tijuana from Viajes Express - 710 W 16th St . In Tijuana, Autobuses Monarca arrives at Tijuana International Airport and one other station.
An average trip on Autobuses Monarca from Merced to Tijuana takes 9 hours and 16 minutes , while the fastest available Autobuses Monarca trip will get you to Tijuana in 9 hours and 0 minutes .
On weekends, Autobuses Monarca offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Tijuana.
Book Los Limousines from Merced to Tijuana from €78. There are 4 trips per day offered by Los Limousines from Merced to Tijuana and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to Tijuana. In Merced, Los Limousines departs to Tijuana from Viajes Express - 710 W 16th St . In Tijuana, Los Limousines arrives at Tijuana Blvr. Lázaro Cárdenas and one other station.
An average trip on Los Limousines from Merced to Tijuana takes 10 hours and 46 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to Tijuana in 9 hours and 0 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 4 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Tijuana.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 10 hours and 13 minutes to cover the 618 kilometers from Merced to Tijuana. However, the fastest bus only takes 9 hours. 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 Tijuana. 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, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 08:00 and the last bus leaves at 18:00. To see the times for all buses from Merced to Tijuana, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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 Tijuana?
Main arrival station: Tijuana Blvr. Lázaro Cárdenas
Buses arrive in Tijuana at 4 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
Bus stations in Tijuana:
Tijuana Blvr. Lázaro Cárdenas
Tijuana Rtno Sentri
Calle Juan Garcia 3
Tijuana International Airport
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