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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Napa to Merced. Traveling by bus from Napa to Merced usually takes around 6 hours and 45 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 120 mi (193 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 45m |
| Cheapest price | $73.70 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Autobuses Monarca |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Napa to Merced?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Napa to Merced. Autobuses Monarca 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.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autobuses Monarca | 1 | 6h 45m | $74.69 |
Book Autobuses Monarca from Napa to Merced from $74. Typically there is one Autobuses Monarca schedule per day from Napa to Merced and you can expect on average to pay for a Autobuses Monarca ticket to Merced. In Napa, Autobuses Monarca departs to Merced from 2564 Jefferson St . In Merced, Autobuses Monarca arrives at Viajes Express - 710 W 16th St .
An average trip on Autobuses Monarca from Napa to Merced takes 6 hours and 45 minutes .
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 6 hours and 45 minutes to cover the 120 miles from Napa 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from Napa to Merced. It leaves the station in Napa at 11:00am 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 Napa to Merced. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Napa to Merced; ticket prices start at $26.00.
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 Napa?
Main departure station: 2564 Jefferson St
Most buses depart from the main station in Napa.
All bus stations in Napa:
2564 Jefferson St
Where does the bus arrive in Merced?
Main arrival station: Viajes Express - 710 W 16th St
All buses from Napa arrive at one main station in Merced.
All bus stations in Merced:
Viajes Express - 710 W 16th St
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