Merced to Sacramento: Road Trip Guide & Distance

104.1 miles 167.6 km · straight line
113.5 miles actual route 182.6 km · driving distance
2h 15min estimated drive time
$11 - $13 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
328° NNW bearing direction

How far is Merced from Sacramento?

The distance from Merced to Sacramento is 104.1 miles (167.6 km) as the crow flies. Sacramento is located NNW of Merced. By car, the driving distance is approximately 113.5 miles, taking about 2h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. 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 Sacramento. 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.

How to Get from Merced to Sacramento

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 15min $11 - $13 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 42min $9–$17* Budget
Train ~2h 8min $14–$40* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Merced & Sacramento

Quick Facts

Merced
37.30°N, 120.48°W
America/Los_Angeles
52m elevation
Sacramento
38.58°N, 121.49°W
America/Los_Angeles
9m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 35 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 239.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM