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Gilroy to Merced bus

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Gilroy - Merced Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There is one daily bus from Gilroy to Merced. Traveling by bus from Gilroy to Merced usually takes around 6 hours and 20 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.

Distance63 mi (102 km)
Shortest duration6h 20m
Cheapest price$48.00
Most frequent serviceGreyhound
Bus lines1

What bus companies travel from Gilroy to Merced?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Gilroy to Merced. Greyhound is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Greyhound16h 20m$48.00
  • 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 1 bus trips from Gilroy to Merced every day, with the average journey taking around 6 hours and 20 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Merced usually start from $48.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 6 hours and 20 minutes to cover the 63 miles from Gilroy to Merced. 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.

Travel trends tend to vary greatly for bus trips from Gilroy to Merced.

There is usually only one bus per day from Gilroy to Merced. It leaves the station in Gilroy at 11:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.

There is usually only one bus per day from Gilroy to Merced. However, it is not a direct bus, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change buses during the trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Gilroy to Merced; ticket prices start at $37.00.

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 Gilroy?

Main departure station: Caltrain Station - 7250 Monterey St

Most buses depart from the main station in Gilroy.

All bus stations in Gilroy:

  • Caltrain Station - 7250 Monterey St

Where does the bus arrive in Merced?

Main arrival station: Viajes Express - 710 W 16th St

All buses from Gilroy arrive at one main station in Merced.

All bus stations in Merced:

  • Viajes Express - 710 W 16th St

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