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

From Fresno to Merced, CA by bus and train

To get from Fresno 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 11 min. The bus and train schedule from Fresno may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Merced, CA on the Moovit app.

71min
Train - SAN JOAQUINSSAN JOAQUINS
Bus - UCUC
Walk to Merced, CA
Leaves from Fresno

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Fresno
  • 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 Fresno to Merced, CA by bus and train via SAN JOAQUINS and M5

To get from Fresno 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 16 min. The bus and train schedule from Fresno may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Merced, CA on the Moovit app.

76min
Train - SAN JOAQUINSSAN JOAQUINS
Bus - M5M5
Walk to Merced, CA
Leaves from Fresno

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Fresno
  • 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 Fresno to Merced, CA

The distance between Fresno and Merced, CA is approximately 58.57 mi, which can typically be travelled in 71 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Fresno 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 Fresno to Merced, CA

To check the bus and train schedule from Fresno to Merced, CA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Fresno) 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 Fresno to Merced, CA by bus and train via SAN JOAQUINS and M5

To get from Fresno 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 16 min. The bus and train schedule from Fresno may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Merced, CA on the Moovit app.

76min
Train - SAN JOAQUINSSAN JOAQUINS
Bus - M5M5
Walk to Merced, CA
Leaves from Fresno

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Fresno
  • 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 Fresno to Merced, CA?

    The fastest way takes 71 minutes, using Train line SAN JOAQUINS, Bus line UC.

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

    The alternative route takes 76 minutes, using Train line SAN JOAQUINS, Bus line M5.

  • Is there a direct train between Fresno 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 11 min.

  • Which train line goes from Fresno to Merced, CA?

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

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

    The total travel time between Fresno and Merced, CA by train and bus is about 1 hr 11 min.

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

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

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

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

  • When is the last bus from Fresno to Merced, CA?

    The last bus from Fresno 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 Fresno to Merced, CA?

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

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