Bus Oakland to Merced, CA: Compare prices and save money

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

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

today

$39

tomorrow

Sunday

$37

Monday

$40

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

$38

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	8h 30m	4:35 PM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station	1:05 AM	Merced, CA	Bus Station		Economy	$39	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) at 7/24/2026 4:35:00 PM to Bus Station, Merced, CA (USA) arriving at 7/25/2026 1:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $39 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	8h 30m	4:35 PM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station	1:05 AM	Merced, CA	Bus Station		Economy	$37	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) at 7/26/2026 4:35:00 PM to Bus Station, Merced, CA (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 1:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $37 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m

Did you know that if you travel from Oakland to Merced, CA via San Francisco, you can save more than $8? You will find the corresponding connections below.
- Save more than 22%
  
  9h 5m
  
  Oakland
  
  7 mi
  
  4:00 PM
  
  San Francisco
  Bus Station Transbay
  
  1:05 AM
  
  Merced, CA
  Bus Station
  
  0 mi
  
  Economy
  
  $29
  
  A Bus from goes from Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) at 7/26/2026 4:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Merced, CA (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 1:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	8h 30m	4:35 PM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station	1:05 AM	Merced, CA	Bus Station		Economy	$40	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) at 7/27/2026 4:35:00 PM to Bus Station, Merced, CA (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 1:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m

Did you know that if you travel from Oakland to Merced, CA via San Francisco, you can save more than $12? You will find the corresponding connections below.
- Save more than 30%
  
  9h 5m
  
  Oakland
  
  7 mi
  
  4:00 PM
  
  San Francisco
  Salesforce Transit Center
  
  1:05 AM
  
  Merced, CA
  Bus Station
  
  0 mi
  
  Economy
  
  $28
  
  A Bus from goes from Salesforce Transit Center, San Francisco (USA) at 7/27/2026 4:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Merced, CA (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 1:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 5m
Did you know that if you travel from Oakland to Merced, CA via Sacramento, you can save more than $5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Greyhound US
  
  8h 30m
  
  0
  
  4:35 PM
  
  Oakland
  W Oakland BART Station
  
  7:15 PM
  
  Sacramento
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $16
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) at 7/28/2026 4:35:00 PM to Bus Stop, Sacramento (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 7:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 40m
- Greyhound US
  
  3h 0m
  
  0
  
  10:05 PM
  
  Sacramento
  Bus Stop
  
  1:05 AM
  
  Merced, CA
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $19
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Sacramento (USA) at 7/28/2026 10:05:00 PM to Bus Station, Merced, CA (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 1:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $5

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	8h 30m	4:35 PM	Oakland	W Oakland BART Station	1:05 AM	Merced, CA	Bus Station		Economy	$38	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from W Oakland BART Station, Oakland (USA) at 7/30/2026 4:35:00 PM to Bus Station, Merced, CA (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 1:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m

Did you know that if you travel from Oakland to Merced, CA via San Francisco, you can save more than $-2? You will find the corresponding connections below.
- 9h 5m
  
  Oakland
  
  7 mi
  
  4:00 PM
  
  San Francisco
  Bus Station Transbay
  
  1:05 AM
  
  Merced, CA
  Bus Station
  
  0 mi
  
  Economy
  
  $40
  
  A Bus from goes from Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) at 7/30/2026 4:00:00 PM to Bus Station, Merced, CA (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 1:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 5m

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/21/2026 costs just $30, from Greyhound US

Facts about the bus from Oakland to Merced, CA

Compare all providers like Greyhound US that travel 1 times every day by bus from Oakland to Merced, CA in one click! Book your bus ticket from Oakland to Merced, CA starting from $30!

Cheapest Bus	$30
Fastest Bus	8h 30m
Earliest Bus	4:35 PM
Latest Bus	4:35 PM
Daily Bus Routes	1 Ø
Distance	103.9 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Oakland to Merced, CA

Every day, 1 buses from 1 bus companies leave Oakland for Merced, CA: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/24/2026 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

$37

Monday 07/27

$40

Tuesday 07/28

Wednesday 07/29

Thursday 07/30

$38

Friday 07/31

$41

Saturday 08/01

Sunday 08/02

$39

Monday 08/03

Tuesday 08/04

Wednesday 08/05

$32

Thursday 08/06

$35

Friday 08/07

$35

Saturday 08/08

$32

Sunday 08/09

Monday 08/10

$32

Tuesday 08/11

Wednesday 08/12

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

How to save money travelling from Oakland to Merced, CA

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 Oakland to Merced, CA 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 Oakland to Merced, CA, 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 Oakland to Merced, CA are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Oakland and Merced, CA

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

W Oakland BART Station

7th St 1451

Greyhound Bus Station

San Pablo Ave 2103

Jack London

Broadway

Fruitvale

Getty Museum

Bus Station

W 16th St 710

Amtrak

W 24th St 324

Bus Stop

West Av @ 1st

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

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

FAQs about the Oakland to Merced, CA bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $30 and takes 8h 30m to reach Merced, CA. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $30 and $40. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Merced, CA.

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

Every day, the Oakland to Merced, CA 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 Oakland to Merced, CA take?

The fastest bus from Oakland to Merced, CA is offered by Greyhound US and takes 8h 30m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $39. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Merced, CA from Oakland starts at 4:35 PM. 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 Oakland to Merced, CA?

The latest bus trip departing from Oakland for Merced, CA starts at 4:35 PM. 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 Oakland Merced, CA route?

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

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

You can check all the direct connections between Oakland and Merced, CA 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.

What can I take with me on the Oakland to Merced, CA 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 Oakland Merced, CA 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 Oakland Merced, CA 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 Oakland to Merced, CA on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Oakland and to Merced, CA

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Oakland and to Merced, CA. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!