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How to get to Merced by train
- Routes
- 16
- Trips per day
- 107
- train lines
- 2
- Stations
- 1
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About Merced
Merced is a beautiful city in the Central Valley of California. Nicknamed the Gateway to Yosemite, it’s no shock to learn Merced is only about an hour and a half drive from Yosemite National Park. But if you’d prefer to stay in town, Merced has an abundance of gorgeous parks, winding bike routes, golf courses, hiking, boating, fishing, camping – the list goes on.
For indoor fun, check out the Merced Multicultural Art Centre for art viewing and classes. Or, if you’re on the hunt for a bargain or home decor, visit the Merced Antique Mall with 7500 square feet of antiques and curios. Once you’ve worked up an appetite perusing, head to the Hilmar Cheese Company to tour the factory, watch the packaging process, and, the best part, eat all the free samples. To make it a full charcuterie meal, visit the Merced Fruit Barn. As a sort of farmer’s market, the Fruit Barn has arguably the best fresh and dried fruit in the state and a deli on-site for any and all sandwich needs.
The nearest major airport is Merced Regional Airport. Amtrak has routes through the city to Seattle, Yosemite Valley, and San Francisco, and Greyhound connects LA to Merced.
Station Information
Popular train stations in Merced:
- 324 W 24th St
What train companies travel to Merced, CA?
Located in California, Merced is accessible by train from 16 other cities. You can choose from 107 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Merced on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Coach tickets to Merced are also available.
Train companies serving Merced
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 80 | 7 hrs, 3 mins | €57.08 |
| Gold Runner | 16 | 1 hr, 54 mins | €20.49 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railway service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned toilet, free WiFi and power sockets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
After becoming a permanent Amtrak rail route in 1974, the Gold Runner has offered train services throughout California and the San Joaquin Valley. The line runs daily from the San Francisco Bay Area to Bakersfield, with many stops in between, including Martinez and Modesto. Although Amtrak Gold Runner is one of the nation's busiest routes, it is renowned for being impeccably clean and safe, with passenger comfort remaining the carrier's highest priority. Most of the trains on this line are equipped with lavatories, onboard WiFi, disabled access, and personal power sockets, ensuring a comfortable journey for every passenger.
Which train carrier has the best service to Merced?
Based on customers’ travel reviews, travellers who booked on Wanderu rave about travelling to Merced by train with Amtrak, giving it a 4.8 rating out of 5.
Travellers also mentioned that Amtrak had the most comfortable train service to Merced, taking into account the seats and amenities it offers. They rate Amtrak at 4.5 out of 5 when it comes to how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive in Merced punctually, travellers suggest that Amtrak has the best on-time performance on its train schedules to Merced, rating it 4.7 out of 5 for on-time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
€8.03 is the cheapest price for a train ticket to Merced, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on trains from your city to Merced. In the last month, the lowest average price on a route to Merced was €8.03.
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The main train station in Merced is 324 W 24th St. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Merced.
The closest airport to Merced is Merced Regional Macready Field (MCE), located 2.1 miles from the city centre of Merced.
Merced ranks number 21 among the most popular train destinations in California. Merced ranks number 86 among train destinations in the country. Merced ranks number 44 in California by the number of places connected to it by train. There are 80 direct train schedules arriving in Merced each day.
The population of Merced is 82,436. It ranks number 39 by population in California. It ranks number 144 by population in the country.
A short train trip to Merced, under 60 miles, can cost as little as €8.03. A 60 to 200 mile train trip to Merced starts at €14.28.
People who take the train to Merced are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent services, the ability to book and hop on a train last minute make taking a train to Merced easy whether you’re planning a trip far in advance or need some quality time with loved ones at the last minute.
The closest train station to the city centre of Merced is 324 W 24th St, located just 0.5 miles away. Select 324 W 24th St as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Merced. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.
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