The Merced, CA Metro Area offers a wide range of public transportation options for its residents and visitors. The city's bus system, Merced County Transit, provides local service to many of the area's most popular destinations, such as downtown Merced, UC Merced, the Westside Pavilion Shopping Center and Target. The bus routes also provide connections to other cities in the region with regular service coming from Fresno, Modesto and Turlock. For those who need to travel further out the Amtrak San Joaquin Line provides regular rail service that connects the city to Oakland and Sacramento. In addition, YARTS (Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System) provides express buses running between Merced and Yosemite National Park allowing visitors to explore one of California’s most beautiful attractions. For travelers looking for a more convenient way of getting around town there is an abundance of ride-hailing services available such as Uber and Lyft. Finally, taxi cabs are available throughout the area for those who want a quicker trip without having to worry about driving themselves. All in all, when it comes to transportation options in Merced there are plenty of ways to get around quickly and conveniently.
The typical American commute has been getting longer each year since 2010. The average one-way commute in Merced Metro Area takes 27.0 minutes. That's longer than the US average of 26.4 minutes.
How people in Merced Metro Area get to work:
- 78.8% drive their own car alone
- 10.8% carpool with others
- 3.4% work from home
- 1.2% take mass transit