Bullhead City to Merced: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bullhead City from Merced?

The distance from Bullhead City to Merced is 361.6 miles (582 km) as the crow flies. Merced is located WNW of Bullhead City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 434 miles, taking about 8h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 14min. Both are located in United States — Bullhead City in Arizona and Merced in California.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bullhead City and Merced. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.