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Merced to Tijuana Bus Schedule
Bus from Merced to Tijuana: Journey Information
There are 10 intercity buses per day from Merced to Tijuana. Traveling by bus from Merced to Tijuana usually takes around 10 hours and 33 minutes, but the fastest Los Limousines bus can make the trip in 8 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 384 mi (618 km) |
| Shortest duration | 8h 50m |
| Cheapest price | $88.86 |
| Trips per day | 10 |
| Most frequent service | Los Limousines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Merced to Tijuana?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Merced to Tijuana. Los Limousines connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Limousines | 10 | 10h 33m | $89.13 |
Book Los Limousines from Merced to Tijuana from $89. There are 10 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 Rtno Sentri and 2 other stations.
An average trip on Los Limousines from Merced to Tijuana takes 10 hours and 33 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to Tijuana in 8 hours and 50 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 10 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Tijuana.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Merced to Tijuana
The bus takes an average of 10 hours and 33 minutes to cover the 384 miles from Merced to Tijuana. However, the fastest bus only takes 8 hours and 50 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.
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, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. 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 Rtno Sentri
Buses arrive in Tijuana at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Tijuana:
Tijuana Rtno Sentri
Tijuana Blvr. Lázaro Cárdenas
Tijuana Airport
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