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Compare all timetables for the bus from Merced, CA to Oakland

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Merced, CA to Oakland from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.

today
tomorrow
$41
Monday
$39
Tuesday
$39
Wednesday
$35
Thursday
$33
Friday
$36

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 6h 5m 5:50 AM Merced, CA Bus Station 11:55 AM Oakland W Oakland BART Station  Economy $41
  • Did you know that if you travel from Merced, CA to Oakland via Sacramento, you can save more than $11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      6h 5m
      0
      5:50 AM
      Merced, CA
      Bus Station
      8:45 AM
      Sacramento
      Bus Stop
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $17
      • Waiting Time 1h 5m
    • Greyhound US
      2h 5m
      0
      9:50 AM
      Sacramento
      Bus Stop
      11:55 AM
      Oakland
      W Oakland BART Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $12
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $11

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 6h 5m 5:50 AM Merced, CA Bus Station 11:55 AM Oakland W Oakland BART Station  Economy $39
  • Did you know that if you travel from Merced, CA to Oakland via Sacramento, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 45m
      0
      1:50 PM
      Merced, CA
      Bus Station
      4:10 PM
      Sacramento
      Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $17
      • Waiting Time 4h 20m
    • Greyhound US
      2h 5m
      0
      8:30 PM
      Sacramento
      Bus Stop
      10:35 PM
      Oakland
      W Oakland BART Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $12
    Travel time is 2h 40m longer, but you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 6h 5m 5:50 AM Merced, CA Bus Station 11:55 AM Oakland W Oakland BART Station  Economy $39
  • Did you know that if you travel from Merced, CA to Oakland via Sacramento, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 45m
      0
      1:50 PM
      Merced, CA
      Bus Station
      4:10 PM
      Sacramento
      Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $17
      • Waiting Time 4h 20m
    • Greyhound US
      2h 5m
      0
      8:30 PM
      Sacramento
      Bus Stop
      10:35 PM
      Oakland
      W Oakland BART Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $12
    Travel time is 2h 40m longer, but you will save $10

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 8h 30m 2:05 PM Merced, CA Bus Station 10:35 PM Oakland W Oakland BART Station  Economy $35
FlixBus 8h 45m 1:50 PM Merced, CA Bus Station 10:35 PM Oakland W Oakland BART Station  Economy $35
Greyhound US 6h 5m 5:50 AM Merced, CA Bus Station 11:55 AM Oakland W Oakland BART Station  Economy $36
  • Did you know that if you travel from Merced, CA to Oakland via Sacramento, you can save more than $6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 45m
      0
      1:50 PM
      Merced, CA
      Bus Station
      4:10 PM
      Sacramento
      Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $17
      • Waiting Time 4h 20m
    • Greyhound US
      2h 5m
      0
      8:30 PM
      Sacramento
      Bus Stop
      10:35 PM
      Oakland
      W Oakland BART Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $12
    Travel time is 2h 40m longer, but you will save $6

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 6h 5m 5:50 AM Merced, CA Bus Station 11:55 AM Oakland W Oakland BART Station  Economy $33
  • Did you know that if you travel from Merced, CA to Oakland via Sacramento, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 45m
      0
      1:50 PM
      Merced, CA
      Bus Station
      4:10 PM
      Sacramento
      Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $17
      • Waiting Time 4h 20m
    • Greyhound US
      2h 5m
      0
      8:30 PM
      Sacramento
      Bus Stop
      10:35 PM
      Oakland
      W Oakland BART Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $12
    Travel time is 2h 40m longer, but you will save $4

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 6h 5m 5:50 AM Merced, CA Bus Station 11:55 AM Oakland W Oakland BART Station  Economy $36
  • Did you know that if you travel from Merced, CA to Oakland via Sacramento, you can save more than $7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 45m
      0
      1:50 PM
      Merced, CA
      Bus Station
      4:10 PM
      Sacramento
      Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $17
      • Waiting Time 4h 20m
    • Greyhound US
      2h 5m
      0
      8:30 PM
      Sacramento
      Bus Stop
      10:35 PM
      Oakland
      W Oakland BART Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $12
    Travel time is 2h 40m longer, but you will save $7

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Merced, CA to Oakland is $32 on 7/22/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Merced, CA and Oakland

See here how frequent the connections between Merced, CA and Oakland are, during different times and days of the week.
Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily buses from Merced, CA to Oakland. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Merced, CA and Oakland.
The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 6 buses from Merced, CA to Oakland, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Merced, CA and Oakland, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Merced, CA to Oakland

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 1 times every day by bus from Merced, CA to Oakland in one click! Book your bus ticket from Merced, CA to Oakland starting from $32!

Cheapest Bus $32
Fastest Bus 6h 5m
Earliest Bus 5:50 AM
Latest Bus 5:50 AM
Daily Bus Routes 1 Ø
Distance 103.9 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Merced, CA to Oakland

Every day, 1 buses from 2 bus companies leave Merced, CA for Oakland: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/25/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 07/19
Monday 07/20
Tuesday 07/21
Wednesday 07/22
Thursday 07/23
Friday 07/24
Saturday 07/25
Sunday 07/26
$41
Monday 07/27
$39
Tuesday 07/28
Wednesday 07/29
$35
Thursday 07/30
$33
Friday 07/31
$36
Saturday 08/01
$36
Sunday 08/02
$36
Monday 08/03
$35
Tuesday 08/04
Wednesday 08/05
Thursday 08/06
$32
Friday 08/07
Saturday 08/08
$35
Sunday 08/09
Monday 08/10
$36
Tuesday 08/11
Wednesday 08/12
$33
Thursday 08/13
Friday 08/14
Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Merced, CA to Oakland

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Merced, CA to Oakland, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $32, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Merced, CA to Oakland. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $36.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Merced, CA to Oakland, with $32. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $35.

How to save money travelling from Merced, CA to Oakland

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Merced, CA to Oakland in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Merced, CA to Oakland, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Merced, CA to Oakland are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Merced, CA and Oakland

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Merced, CA and Oakland.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Merced, CA to Oakland

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Merced, CA to Oakland? Or which bus companies serve the route Merced, CA to Oakland? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Merced, CA to Oakland bus

How much does a Merced, CA Oakland bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $32 and takes 6h 5m to reach Oakland. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Merced, CA to Oakland?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $32 and $41. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Oakland.

On average, how many connections are available from Merced, CA to Oakland each day?

Every day, the Merced, CA to Oakland bus route is served by approximately 1 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Merced, CA to Oakland take?

The fastest bus from Merced, CA to Oakland is offered by Greyhound US and takes 6h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $41. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Merced, CA to Oakland?

The earliest bus arriving in Oakland from Merced, CA starts at 5:50 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Merced, CA to Oakland?

The latest bus trip departing from Merced, CA for Oakland starts at 5:50 AM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Merced, CA Oakland route?

When traveling by bus from Merced, CA to Oakland, passengers can travel with Greyhound US and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Merced, CA and Oakland?

You can check all the direct connections between Merced, CA and Oakland by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Merced, CA to Oakland bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Merced, CA Oakland bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Merced, CA Oakland bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Merced, CA to Oakland on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Merced, CA to Oakland

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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