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El Paso to Merced Bus Schedule
Bus from El Paso to Merced: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from El Paso to Merced. Traveling by bus from El Paso to Merced usually takes around 28 hours and 38 minutes, but the fastest Los Limousines bus can make the trip in 26 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 883 mi (1421 km) |
| Shortest duration | 26h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $162.04 |
| Most frequent service | Los Limousines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from El Paso to Merced?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from El Paso to Merced. 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 | 3 | 1d 4h 39m | $162.43 |
Book Los Limousines from El Paso to Merced from $162. There are 3 trips per day offered by Los Limousines from El Paso to Merced and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to Merced. In El Paso, Los Limousines departs to Merced from El Paso Bus Station . In Merced, Los Limousines arrives at Viajes Express - 710 W 16th St .
An average trip on Los Limousines from El Paso to Merced takes 28 hours and 39 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to Merced in 26 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 3 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Merced.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from El Paso to Merced
The bus takes an average of 28 hours and 38 minutes to cover the 883 miles from El Paso to Merced. However, the fastest bus only takes 26 hours and 30 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.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Merced at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 10:00am and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. To see the times for all buses from El Paso to Merced, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from El Paso to Merced every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from El Paso to Merced; ticket prices start at $168.00.
City Information
El Paso
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El Paso takes you to a world of art, history, entertainment, and style. Also known as the Sun City, El Paso is more than just stories of outlaws and their notoriety. While it is the city where one can learn about the lives of jailbreaker Billy the Kid and gunfighter John Wesley Hardin, it is also home to inspiring historical figures such as city attorney Richard F. Burges and missionary Fray Garcia.
El Paso has an exciting mix of art galleries and museums that depicts the city's rich culture and history. These are the reasons why El Paso lures thousands of painters, sculptors, photographers, and muralists from around the world. Among the best art galleries in the area are the Agave Rosa Gallery, Encaustic International Art Studio, and Ho Baron Sculpture Garden.
El Paso delivers when it comes to family and adult entertainment as well. Kids would surely love exploring the El Paso Zoo, trying the rides at the Western Playland, and biking along the Rio Grande. For adults, El Paso's regional casinos are worth visiting. And if you’re a fan of a mixed drink, El Paso is home to some of the country’s cheapest cocktails.
El Paso is easily accessible via train, bus, or air. Flights arrive at the El Paso International Airport or just north of the state border in Las Cruces, NM (the Las Cruces Shuttle runs from this airport to El Paso several times daily). Ground travel includes train service on Amtrak and bus service on several major bus carriers from El Paso to other destinations in Texas and beyond.
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 El Paso?
Main departure station: El Paso Bus Station
Most buses depart from the main station in El Paso.
All bus stations in El Paso:
El Paso Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Merced?
Main arrival station: Viajes Express - 710 W 16th St
All buses from El Paso arrive at one main station in Merced.
All bus stations in Merced:
Viajes Express - 710 W 16th St
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