Bus Santa Ana, CA to Merced, CA: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Santa Ana, CA to Merced, CA

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

today

$65

tomorrow

$73

Monday

$64

Tuesday

$68

Wednesday

Thursday

$72

Friday

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	8h 10m	9:35 PM	Santa Ana, CA	Bus Stop	5:45 AM	Merced, CA	Bus Station		Economy	$65	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Santa Ana, CA (USA) at 7/25/2026 9:35:00 PM to Bus Station, Merced, CA (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $65 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	8h 10m	9:35 PM	Santa Ana, CA	Bus Stop	5:45 AM	Merced, CA	Bus Station		Economy	$73	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Santa Ana, CA (USA) at 7/26/2026 9:35:00 PM to Bus Station, Merced, CA (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $73 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	8h 10m	9:35 PM	Santa Ana, CA	Bus Stop	5:45 AM	Merced, CA	Bus Station		Economy	$64	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Santa Ana, CA (USA) at 7/27/2026 9:35:00 PM to Bus Station, Merced, CA (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	8h 10m	9:35 PM	Santa Ana, CA	Bus Stop	5:45 AM	Merced, CA	Bus Station		Economy	$68	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Santa Ana, CA (USA) at 7/28/2026 9:35:00 PM to Bus Station, Merced, CA (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $68 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	8h 10m	9:35 PM	Santa Ana, CA	Bus Stop	5:45 AM	Merced, CA	Bus Station		Economy	$72	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Santa Ana, CA (USA) at 7/30/2026 9:35:00 PM to Bus Station, Merced, CA (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $72 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 10m

Did you know that if you travel from Santa Ana, CA to Merced, CA via Los Angeles, you can save more than $26? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Greyhound US
  
  8h 10m
  
  0
  
  9:35 PM
  
  Santa Ana, CA
  Bus Stop
  
  10:30 PM
  
  Los Angeles
  Union Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $6
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Santa Ana, CA (USA) at 8/1/2026 9:35:00 PM to Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 10:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
- Greyhound US
  
  5h 30m
  
  0
  
  12:15 AM
  
  Los Angeles
  North Hollywood
  
  5:45 AM
  
  Merced, CA
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $40
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from North Hollywood, Los Angeles (USA) at 8/2/2026 12:15:00 AM to Bus Station, Merced, CA (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $40 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $26

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/23/2026 costs just $60, from Greyhound US

Facts about the bus from Santa Ana, CA to Merced, CA

Compare all providers like Greyhound US that travel 1 times every day by bus from Santa Ana, CA to Merced, CA in one click! Book your bus ticket from Santa Ana, CA to Merced, CA starting from $60!

Cheapest Bus	$60
Fastest Bus	8h 10m
Earliest Bus	9:35 PM
Latest Bus	9:35 PM
Daily Bus Routes	1 Ø
Distance	286.4 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Santa Ana, CA to Merced, CA

Every day, 1 buses from 1 bus companies leave Santa Ana, CA for Merced, CA: 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

$65

Sunday 07/26

$73

Monday 07/27

$64

Tuesday 07/28

$68

Wednesday 07/29

$70

Thursday 07/30

$72

Friday 07/31

Saturday 08/01

$69

Sunday 08/02

Monday 08/03

$72

Tuesday 08/04

Wednesday 08/05

Thursday 08/06

Friday 08/07

Saturday 08/08

$100

Sunday 08/09

$83

Monday 08/10

$92

Tuesday 08/11

Wednesday 08/12

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

How to save money travelling from Santa Ana, CA 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 Santa Ana, CA 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 Santa Ana, CA 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 Santa Ana, CA to Merced, CA are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Santa Ana, CA and Merced, CA

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

Bus Stop

1000 E Santa Ana Blvd 105

Bus Station

W 16th St 710

Amtrak

W 24th St 324

Bus Stop

West Av @ 1st

Service and Comfort on the bus from Santa Ana, CA to Merced, CA

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

FAQs about the Santa Ana, CA to Merced, CA bus

How much does a Santa Ana, CA Merced, CA bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $60 and takes 8h 10m to reach Merced, CA. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $60 and $73. 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 Santa Ana, CA to Merced, CA each day?

Every day, the Santa Ana, CA 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 Santa Ana, CA to Merced, CA take?

The fastest bus from Santa Ana, CA to Merced, CA is offered by Greyhound US and takes 8h 10m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $65. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Merced, CA from Santa Ana, CA starts at 9:35 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 Santa Ana, CA to Merced, CA?

The latest bus trip departing from Santa Ana, CA for Merced, CA starts at 9:35 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 Santa Ana, CA Merced, CA route?

When traveling by bus from Santa Ana, CA 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 Santa Ana, CA and Merced, CA?

You can check all the direct connections between Santa Ana, CA 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 Santa Ana, CA 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 Santa Ana, CA 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 Santa Ana, CA 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 Santa Ana, CA to Merced, CA on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Santa Ana, CA and to Merced, CA

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