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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Paducah to Merced. Traveling by bus from Paducah to Merced usually takes around 51 hours and 57 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 51 hours and 45 minutes.
Distance | 1746 mi (2811 km) |
Shortest duration | 51h 45m |
Cheapest price | $316.48 |
Most frequent service | Greyhound |
Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Paducah to Merced?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Paducah 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.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Greyhound | 1 | 2d 3h 58m | $377.72 |
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 Paducah to Merced every day, with the average journey taking around 51 hours and 58 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Merced usually start from $316.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 51 hours and 57 minutes to cover the 1746 miles from Paducah to Merced. However, the fastest bus only takes 51 hours and 45 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from Paducah to Merced. It leaves the station in Paducah at 3:00am 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 Paducah 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 Paducah to Merced; ticket prices start at $257.00.
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 Paducah?
Main departure station: Bus Terminal - 2719 Irvin Cobb Dr
Most buses depart from the main station in Paducah.
All bus stations in Paducah:
Bus Terminal - 2719 Irvin Cobb Dr
Where does the bus arrive in Merced?
Main arrival station: Viajes Express - 710 W 16th St
All buses from Paducah arrive at one main station in Merced.
All bus stations in Merced:
Viajes Express - 710 W 16th St
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