Las Vegas to Merced: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Las Vegas from Merced?

The distance from Las Vegas to Merced is 306 miles (492.4 km) as the crow flies. Merced is located WNW of Las Vegas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 450.3 miles, taking about 8h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Both are located in United States — Las Vegas in Nevada 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 Las Vegas and Merced. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.