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Bus from Fort Smith to Merced: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Fort Smith to Merced. Traveling by bus from Fort Smith to Merced usually takes around 48 hours and 22 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 46 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 1454 mi (2339 km) |
| Shortest duration | 46h 10m |
| Cheapest price | $101.50 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Fort Smith to Merced?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Fort Smith to Merced. Greyhound is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 2d 0h 23m | $101.50 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 2 bus trips from Fort Smith to Merced every day, with the average journey taking around 48 hours and 23 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Merced usually start from $98.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Fort Smith to Merced
The bus takes an average of 48 hours and 22 minutes to cover the 1454 miles from Fort Smith to Merced. However, the fastest bus only takes 46 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.
The first bus leaves at 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 8:00am. To see the times for all buses from Fort Smith to Merced, 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 Fort Smith?
Main departure station: Ft Smith Depot
Most buses depart from the main station in Fort Smith.
All bus stations in Fort Smith:
Ft Smith Depot
Where does the bus arrive in Merced?
Main arrival station: 324 W 24th St
All buses from Fort Smith arrive at one main station in Merced.
All bus stations in Merced:
324 W 24th St
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