Merced to Pittsburg, California: Road Trip Guide & Distance

91.6 miles 147.4 km · straight line
114.5 miles estimated 184.3 km · driving distance
2h 18min estimated drive time
$11 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
304° WNW bearing direction

How far is Merced from Pittsburg, California?

The distance from Merced to Pittsburg, California is 91.6 miles (147.4 km) as the crow flies. Pittsburg, California is located WNW of Merced. By car, the driving distance is approximately 114.5 miles, taking about 2h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. 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 Merced and Pittsburg, California. 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 Merced to Pittsburg, California

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 18min $11 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 46min $9–$17* Budget
Train ~2h 11min $14–$40* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Merced & Pittsburg, California

Quick Facts

Merced
37.30°N, 120.48°W
America/Los_Angeles
52m elevation
Pittsburg, California
38.03°N, 121.88°W
America/Los_Angeles
8m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 31 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 271.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients