What is the cheapest way to get from Merced to Aptos?

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Aptos is to drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 2h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merced to Aptos?

The fastest way to get from Merced to Aptos is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Aptos?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Aptos. However, there are services departing from Merced Transpo and arriving at Soquel Dr & Trout Gulch Rd via Los Baños, King & Virginia, Santa Clara & 1st, Diridon Station and Front & Soquel Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

How far is it from Merced to Aptos?

The distance between Merced and Aptos is 117 miles. The road distance is 111.5 miles.

How do I travel from Merced to Aptos without a car?

The best way to get from Merced to Aptos without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 4h 4m and costs $95 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Merced to Aptos?

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Merced to Aptos, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Aptos bus from?

Merced to Aptos bus services, operated by The Bus, depart from Merced Transpo station.

Where does the Merced to Aptos bus arrive?

Merced to Aptos bus services, operated by The Bus, arrive at Pacheco @ Target station.

Can I drive from Merced to Aptos?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Aptos is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Merced to Aptos.

Where can I stay near Aptos?

There are 187+ hotels available in Aptos.

Merced to Aptos - 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Merced to Aptos by bus, taxi, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Merced Transpo to Pacheco @ Targetbus Lb
2. Take the bus from Los Baños to Gilroybus
3. Take the taxi from Gilroy to Aptostaxi
4h 4m
$96–142
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merced Transpo to Pacheco @ Targetbus Lb
2. Take the bus from Los Baños to San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephantbus
3. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
6h 55m
$16–44
Drive 110.9 mi
1. Drive from Merced to Aptoscar 110.9 mi
2h 10m
$19–27

Merced to Aptos by bus and foot

28Weekly Services

6h 55mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 116.2 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

What companies run services between Merced, CA, USA and Aptos, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Merced Transpo to Soquel Dr & Trout Gulch Rd via Pacheco @ Target, Los Baños, San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant, King & Virginia, Santa Clara & 1st, San Jose Diridon, Diridon Station, Soquel Ave & Front, and Front & Soquel Ave in around 6h 55m.

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