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Compare bus, train, and flight for Fullerton, CA to Merced, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fullerton, CA to Merced, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $57, and a flight costs an average of $57.
Distance: 277 miles (446 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$76 Average price | $107 Average price | $67 Average price Cheapest |
6h 40m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 35m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fullerton, CA to Merced, CA
Trains from Fullerton, CA to Merced, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $68 (€55) but you can travel from only $57 (€46) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 08:45, the last at 20:47. The fastest train covers the 277 miles (446 km) distance in 7h 37m.
Distance 277 miles (446 km) |
Average train duration 6h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $68 (€55) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 37m |
First train 08:45 |
Last train 20:47 |
Cheapest month Jul |
Cheapest day Sun |
High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Jul - Sep |
Best day to book ahead 3 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Fullerton, CA to Merced, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Fullerton, CA and Merced, CA from $57 (€46). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Fullerton, CA to Merced, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fullerton, CA to Merced, CA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Merced, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Fullerton, CA to Merced, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with entrances on Santa Fe Avenue and Pomona Avenue.
- The Old Spaghetti Factory
- Heroes Bar & Grill
- Outside the main entrance.
- $0.50
- Fullerton Marriott at California State University
- The Hotel Fullerton Anaheim
- Holiday Inn Express Fullerton
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms 1 & 2 for Metrolink
- Hall 3: access to platform 3 for Amtrak
- Bus: OCTA routes 26, 43, 47, 143, 543
- Amtrak Thruway Bus Service
- Ramps, restrooms.
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