Concord, California to Merced: Road Trip Guide & Distance

96.7 miles 155.6 km · straight line
120.9 miles estimated 194.5 km · driving distance
2h 26min estimated drive time
$12 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
118° ESE bearing direction

How far is Concord, California from Merced?

The distance from Concord, California to Merced is 96.7 miles (155.6 km) as the crow flies. Merced is located ESE of Concord, California. By car, the driving distance is approximately 120.9 miles, taking about 2h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Concord, California 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.

How to Get from Concord, California to Merced

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 26min $12 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 55min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 19min $15–$42* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Concord, California & Merced

Quick Facts

Concord, California
37.98°N, 122.03°W
America/Los_Angeles
23m elevation
Merced
37.30°N, 120.48°W
America/Los_Angeles
52m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 32 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 257.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients