How to get from Van Ness Station to Merced, CA by bus and train?

From Van Ness Station to Merced, CA by bus and train

To get from Van Ness Station to Merced, CA in Merced, take the SAN JOAQUINS train from Fresno station to Merced Station station. Next, take the UC bus from 24th @ Mlk/Amtrak station to K St @ 18th/ Mcag (Southbound) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 22 min. The bus and train schedule from Van Ness Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Merced, CA on the Moovit app.

82min
Walk to train station
Train - SAN JOAQUINSSAN JOAQUINS
Bus - UCUC
Walk to Merced, CA
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
    24th @ Mlk/Amtrak
    ID 5303
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - UCUC
    Wait for bus
    UC
    University Transit Center
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    K St @ 18th/ Mcag (Southbound)
    ID 182
    7 min
  • 7
    Walk to Merced, CA
    Walk to
    Merced, CA
    330 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Van Ness Station to Merced, CA by bus and train via SAN JOAQUINS and M5

To get from Van Ness Station to Merced, CA in Merced, take the SAN JOAQUINS train from Fresno station to Merced Station station. Next, take the M5 bus from Amtrak station to K St @ 18th/ Mcag (Southbound) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 27 min. The bus and train schedule from Van Ness Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Merced, CA on the Moovit app.

87min
Walk to train station
Train - SAN JOAQUINSSAN JOAQUINS
Bus - M5M5
Walk to Merced, CA
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 - M5M5
    Wait for bus
    M5
    Merced Transpo (Inside)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    K St @ 18th/ Mcag (Southbound)
    ID 182
    3 min
  • 7
    Walk to Merced, CA
    Walk to
    Merced, CA
    330 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Van Ness Station to Merced, CA

The distance between Van Ness Station and Merced, CA is approximately 59.12 mi, which can typically be travelled in 82 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Van Ness Station to Merced, CA by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Merced – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Van Ness Station to Merced, CA

To check the bus and train schedule from Van Ness Station to Merced, CA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Van Ness Station) and destination (Merced, CA), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Alternative route from Van Ness Station to Merced, CA by bus and train via SAN JOAQUINS and M5

To get from Van Ness Station to Merced, CA in Merced, take the SAN JOAQUINS train from Fresno station to Merced Station station. Next, take the M5 bus from Amtrak station to K St @ 18th/ Mcag (Southbound) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 27 min. The bus and train schedule from Van Ness Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Merced, CA on the Moovit app.

87min
Walk to train station
Train - SAN JOAQUINSSAN JOAQUINS
Bus - M5M5
Walk to Merced, CA
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 - M5M5
    Wait for bus
    M5
    Merced Transpo (Inside)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    K St @ 18th/ Mcag (Southbound)
    ID 182
    3 min
  • 7
    Walk to Merced, CA
    Walk to
    Merced, CA
    330 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Van Ness Station to Merced, CA?

    The fastest way takes 82 minutes, using Train line SAN JOAQUINS, Bus line UC.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Van Ness Station to Merced, CA?

    The alternative route takes 87 minutes, using Train line SAN JOAQUINS, Bus line M5.

  • Is there a direct train between Van Ness Station and Merced, CA?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 22 min.

  • Which train line goes from Van Ness Station to Merced, CA?

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

  • How long does it take to travel from Van Ness Station to Merced, CA by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Van Ness Station and Merced, CA by train and bus is about 1 hr 22 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Van Ness Station to get to Merced, CA?

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

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Van Ness Station and Merced, CA?

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

  • When is the last bus from Van Ness Station to Merced, CA?

    The last bus from Van Ness Station in Fresno to Merced, CA in Merced is the Sacramento - Los Angeles line. It leaves the Fresno Bus Station stop at 12:55 AM.

  • When is the first train from Van Ness Station to Merced, CA?

    The first train from Van Ness Station in Fresno to Merced, CA in Merced is San Joaquins. It leaves the Fresno station at 9:16 AM.

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