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  • Departure time: 30 September at
    Departure city: Palm Springs
    Departure location: Palm Springs
    Arrival time: 30 September at
    Destination city: Merced
    Destination location: 1579 Martin Luther King Jr Way
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound
    FlixBus + Greyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 September at
    Departure city: Palm Springs
    Departure location: Palm Springs North
    Arrival time: 30 September at
    Destination city: Merced
    Destination location: 1579 Martin Luther King Jr Way
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 September at
    Departure city: Palm Springs
    Departure location: Palm Springs
    Arrival time: 1 October at
    Destination city: Merced
    Destination location: Merced Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound + FlixBus
    Greyhound + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 September at
    Departure city: Palm Springs
    Departure location: Palm Springs North
    Arrival time: 1 October at
    Destination city: Merced
    Destination location: Merced Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound + FlixBus
    Greyhound + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 25 October at
    Departure city: Palm Springs
    Departure location: Palm Springs North
    Arrival time: 26 October at
    Destination city: Merced
    Destination location: Merced Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound + FlixBus
    Greyhound + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Palm Springs to Merced

Bus
Average priceUS$79 - US$116Average duration9h 45m
13kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$71 - US$71Average duration13h 11m
47kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Palm Springs to Merced

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Merced. The journey takes about 9 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just US$79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
9h 45mAverage duration
US$79Cheapest ticket
13kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Palm Springs to Merced: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$82
Average bus trip duration9h 45m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure02:35
Distance326 miles
Latest bus departure20:15

Palm Springs to Merced Bus

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We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Palm Springs to Merced.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Merced from Palm Springs, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Palm Springs - Merced

  1. What's the distance between Palm Springs and Merced by coach?

    The journey from Palm Springs to Merced by coach covers an approximate distance of 326 miles (526 km).

  2. How can I travel from Palm Springs to Merced avoiding air travel?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Palm Springs to Merced was searched and found on 28 Aug 2025 with a price of US$65

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Palm Springs to Merced as early as possible.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Palm Springs to Merced but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Palm Springs to Merced.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Palm Springs to Merced.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Palm Springs to Merced, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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