How to get from Fresno to Merced by bus and train?

From Fresno to Merced by bus and train

To get from Fresno to Merced in Fresno, take the SAN JOAQUINS train from Fresno station to Merced Station station. Next, take the UC bus from Amtrak station to Merced College station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 42 min.

102min
Walk to train station
Train - SAN JOAQUINSSAN JOAQUINS
Bus - UCUC
Leaves from Fresno

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Fresno
    0.54 mi • 12 min
  • 2
    Train - SAN JOAQUINSSAN JOAQUINS
    Wait for train
    SAN JOAQUINS
    Oakland
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Merced Station
    57 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Amtrak
    ID 5454
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - UCUC
    Wait for bus
    UC
    University Transit Center
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Merced College
    Ride to bus station
    Merced College
    ID 5495
    10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Fresno to Merced by bus and train via SAN JOAQUINS and M4

To get from Fresno to Merced in Fresno, take the SAN JOAQUINS train from Fresno station to Merced Station station. Next, take the M4 bus from G St @ 23rd (Northbound) station to Merced College station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 49 min.

109min
Walk to train station
Train - SAN JOAQUINSSAN JOAQUINS
Bus - M4M4
Leaves from Fresno

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Fresno
    0.54 mi • 12 min
  • 2
    Train - SAN JOAQUINSSAN JOAQUINS
    Wait for train
    SAN JOAQUINS
    Oakland
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Merced Station
    57 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    G St @ 23rd (Northbound)
    ID 5161
    640 yd • 8 min
  • 5
    Bus - M4M4
    Wait for bus
    M4
    Park And Ride
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Merced College
    Ride to bus station
    Merced College
    ID 5495
    18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Fresno to Merced

The distance between Fresno, Fresno and Merced, Fresno is approximately 60.53 mi, which can typically be travelled in 102 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Fresno to Merced by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Fresno – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Fresno

Fresno is located at Fresno, Fresno and the nearest public transit station is Fresno (Courthouse Park - Fax Bus Shelter L).

Train stations close to Fresno:

  • Fresno

Bus stations close to Fresno:

  • Fresno (Courthouse Park - Fax Bus Shelter L)
  • L Shelter
  • Van Ness Station

Public transit stations close to Merced, Fresno

Merced is located at Merced, Fresno and the nearest public transit station is M St @ Donna (Southbound).

Train stations close to Merced:

  • Merced Station

Bus stations close to Merced:

  • M St @ Donna (Southbound)
  • M St @ Yosemite Av
  • M St @ Donna (Northbound)

Related Routes

Alternative route from Fresno to Merced by bus and train via SAN JOAQUINS and M4

To get from Fresno to Merced in Fresno, take the SAN JOAQUINS train from Fresno station to Merced Station station. Next, take the M4 bus from G St @ 23rd (Northbound) station to Merced College station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 49 min.

109min
Walk to train station
Train - SAN JOAQUINSSAN JOAQUINS
Bus - M4M4
Leaves from Fresno

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Fresno
    0.54 mi • 12 min
  • 2
    Train - SAN JOAQUINSSAN JOAQUINS
    Wait for train
    SAN JOAQUINS
    Oakland
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Merced Station
    57 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    G St @ 23rd (Northbound)
    ID 5161
    640 yd • 8 min
  • 5
    Bus - M4M4
    Wait for bus
    M4
    Park And Ride
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Merced College
    Ride to bus station
    Merced College
    ID 5495
    18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Fresno to Merced?

    The fastest way takes 102 minutes, using Bus line SAN JOAQUINS, Bus line UC.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Fresno to Merced?

    The alternative route takes 109 minutes, using Bus line SAN JOAQUINS, Bus line M4.

  • Is there a direct train between Fresno and Merced in Fresno?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 42 min.

  • Which train line goes from Fresno to Merced in Fresno?

    The SAN JOAQUINS train line goes from Fresno station near Fresno to Oakland station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Oakland station near Merced in Fresno

  • How long does it take to travel from Fresno to Merced in Fresno by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Fresno and Merced in Fresno by train and bus is about 1 hr 42 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Fresno to get to Merced in Fresno?

    Get on the SAN JOAQUINS train from the Fresno station near Fresno in Fresno.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Fresno and Merced in Fresno?

    Get off the train at the Oakland stop, which is closest to Merced in Fresno.

  • When is the last train from Fresno to Merced in Fresno?

    The last train from Fresno to Merced in Fresno is the San Joaquins line. It leaves the Fresno station at 1:16 PM.

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