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Bus - MERC

MERC Line

Escalante Center

Valley Metro-Bus

Valley Metro-Bus MERC Bus Route Schedule and Stops (Updated)

The MERC bus (Escalante Center) has 29 stops departing from Tempe Tc and ending at Orange St & Lola Ln.

Choose any of the MERC bus stops below to find updated real-time schedules and to see their route map.

Direction: Escalante Center (29 stops)

  • Tempe Tc

  • Tempe Tc

  • 5th St & Myrtle Av

  • Mill Av & 5th St

  • Mill Av & 6th St

  • Mill Av & 7th St

  • University Dr & Mill Av

  • University Dr & Myrtle Av

  • University Dr & College Av

  • University Dr & Palo Verde Dorms

  • University/Rural Tc

  • Terrace Rd & Rural Rd (Flag Zone)

  • Lemon St & Terrace Rd

  • Dorsey Ln & Lemon St

  • 8th St & Dorsey Ln (Flag Zone)

  • 8th St & Una Av

  • 8th St & Mcclintock Dr

  • Hayden Ln & Mcclintock Dr (Flag Zone)

  • Smith Rd & Don Carlos Av (Flag Zone)

  • Lemon St & Smith Rd (Flag Zone)

  • Lemon St & River Dr (Flag Zone)

  • Escalante Center

  • Orange St & Price Rd (Flag Zone)

  • Victory Dr & George Dr (Flag Zone)

  • Victory Dr & Evergreen Rd (Flag Zone)

  • University Dr & Evergreen Rd

  • George Dr & University Dr (Flag Zone)

  • Victory Dr & George Dr (Flag Zone)

  • Orange St & Lola Ln

MERC FAQ

  • What time does the MERC bus start operating?

    Services on the MERC bus start at 6:05 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.

  • What time does the MERC bus stop working?

    Services on the MERC bus stop at 6:56 PM on Sunday.

  • What time does the MERC bus arrive?

    When does the Escalante Center bus line come? Check Live Arrival Times for live arrival times and to see the full schedule for the Escalante Center bus line that is closest to your location.

  • Does the Valley Metro-Bus MERC bus line run on Veterans Day?

    The MERC bus's operating hours on Veterans Day may change. Check the Moovit app for latest changes and live updates.

  • Is there a MERC bus stop near me?

    Click here to view the nearest MERC bus stop.

Valley Metro-Bus MERC bus Route Map - Escalante Center

MERC bus Line Map

MERC Bus Schedule

MERC bus route operates everyday. Regular schedule hours: 6:05 AM - 9:44 PM

DayOperating HoursFrequency (min)
Sun7:56 AM - 6:56 PM30
Mon6:05 AM - 9:44 PM15
Tue6:05 AM - 9:44 PM15
Wed6:05 AM - 9:44 PM15
Thu6:05 AM - 9:44 PM15
Fri6:05 AM - 9:44 PM15
Sat8:06 AM - 9:51 PM15

Valley Metro-Bus Service Alerts

See all updates on MERC (from Tempe Tc), including real-time status info, bus delays, changes of routes, changes of stops locations, and any other service changes. Get a real-time map view of MERC (Escalante Center) and track the bus as it moves on the map. Download the app for all Valley Metro-Bus info now.

MERC line bus fare

Valley Metro-Bus MERC (Escalante Center) prices may change based on several factors. For more information about Valley Metro-Bus tickets costs please check the Moovit app or Valley Metro-Bus’s official website.

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MERC (Valley Metro-Bus)

The first stop of the MERC bus route is Tempe Tc and the last stop is Orange St & Lola Ln. MERC (Escalante Center) is operational during everyday.

Additional information: MERC has 29 stops and the total trip duration for this route is approximately 34 minutes.

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Line MERC Real Time bus Tracker

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MERC - Alternative Directions