How to get from Walnut & University (W) to Merced, CA by bus and train?

From Walnut & University (W) to Merced, CA by bus and train

To get from Walnut & University (W) to Merced, CA you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 5B bus from Walnut & University (E) station to Visalia Transit Center station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 15 bus and finally take the SAN JOAQUINS train from Hanford station to Merced Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 6 hr 20 min. The bus and train schedule from Walnut & University (W) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Merced, CA on the Moovit app.

380min

SAN JOAQUINS

Leaves from Walnut & University (E)

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
Walnut & University (E)
70 yd • 1 min
2
5B
Wait for bus
5B
Visalia Transit Center
3
Ride to bus station
Visalia Transit Center
17 min
4
Walk to bus station
Visalia Transit Center
ID 1077
150 yd • 2 min
5
15
Wait for bus
15
Hanford Via Visalia
6
Ride to bus station
Kart Transit Center
ID 1000
30 min
7
Walk to train station
Hanford
180 yd • 3 min
8
SAN JOAQUINS
Wait for train
SAN JOAQUINS
Oakland
9
Ride to train station
Merced Station
94 min
10
Walk to
Merced, CA
0.65 mi • 14 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Public transit directions from Walnut & University (W) to Merced, CA

The distance between Walnut & University (W) and Merced, CA is approximately 114.98 mi, which can typically be travelled in 380 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Walnut & University (W) 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 Walnut & University (W) to Merced, CA

To check the bus and train schedule from Walnut & University (W) to Merced, CA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Walnut & University (W)) 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.

Questions & Answers

What is the fastest way to get from Walnut & University (W) to Merced, CA?
The fastest way takes 380 minutes, using Bus line 5B, Bus line 15, Train line SAN JOAQUINS.
Is there a direct bus between Walnut & University (W) and Merced, CA?
No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 6 hr 20 min.
Which bus line goes from Walnut & University (W) to Merced, CA?
The 5B bus line goes from Walnut & University (E) station near Walnut & University (W) in Visalia to Visalia Transit Center station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Visalia Transit Center station near Merced, CA.
How long does it take to travel from Walnut & University (W) to Merced, CA by bus and train?
The total travel time between Walnut & University (W) and Merced, CA by bus and train is about 6 hr 20 min.
Where do I get on the bus near Walnut & University (W) to get to Merced, CA?
Get on the 5B bus from the Walnut & University (E) stop near Walnut & University (W) in Visalia.
Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Walnut & University (W) and Merced, CA?
Get off the bus at the Visalia Transit Center station, which is closest to Merced, CA.

Last updated on June 27, 2026

How to get from Walnut & University (W) to Merced, CA by bus and train?

From Walnut & University (W) to Merced, CA by bus and train

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Public transit directions from Walnut & University (W) to Merced, CA

Bus And Train schedule from Walnut & University (W) to Merced, CA

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