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Fresno to Merced

Compare connected destinations, explore road, rail, and bus options, estimate costs, and build a better route.

Merced

California, United States ·

6.6
Distance
55 mi · 89 km
Drive
1 h
Train
likely (not verified) · 1 h 52 min

The two cities

Fresno

California, United States

Overall
6.6
Connector
8.2
Per day (mid-range)
$173

Car-free travel

  • Drive
  • Train
  • Bus
  • Airport

Peak: Summer for Yosemite traffic and October…

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Merced

California, United States

Overall
6.6
Connector
8.5
Per day (mid-range)
$154

HistoryBudget stays

  • Drive
  • Train
  • Airport

Peak: Late spring through fall when Yosemite…

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Last verified September 25, 2026 · Source: Research spreadsheet · Editorial ·

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