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Journey Information
There are 5 intercity buses per day from Merced to Delano. Traveling by bus from Merced to Delano usually takes around 3 hours and 33 minutes, but the fastest Los Limousines bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 126 mi (203 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 10m |
| Cheapest price | $44.69 |
| Trips per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | Los Limousines |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Merced to Delano?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Merced to Delano 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 | 1 | 4h 0m | $46.63 |
| Los Limousines | 4 | 3h 25m | $45.47 |
Book Autobuses Monarca from Merced to Delano from $46. Typically there is one Autobuses Monarca schedule per day from Merced to Delano and you can expect on average to pay for a Autobuses Monarca ticket to Delano. In Merced, Autobuses Monarca departs to Delano from Viajes Express - 710 W 16th St . In Delano, Autobuses Monarca arrives at 1122 Dover Pl .
An average trip on Autobuses Monarca from Merced to Delano takes 4 hours and 0 minutes , while the fastest available Autobuses Monarca trip will get you to Delano in 3 hours and 10 minutes .
On weekends, Autobuses Monarca offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Delano.
Book Los Limousines from Merced to Delano from $45. There are 4 trips per day offered by Los Limousines from Merced to Delano and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to Delano. In Merced, Los Limousines departs to Delano from Viajes Express - 710 W 16th St . In Delano, Los Limousines arrives at 425 High Street and one other station.
An average trip on Los Limousines from Merced to Delano takes 3 hours and 25 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to Delano in 3 hours and 10 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 4 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Delano.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 33 minutes to cover the 126 miles from Merced to Delano. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 10 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Delano, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Merced to Delano, 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 Delano?
Main arrival station: 1122 Dover Pl
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Delano.
All bus stations in Delano:
1122 Dover Pl
425 High Street
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