Los Angeles, CA to Merced, CA train

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Cheap train tickets from Los Angeles, CA to Merced, CA

Showing times and prices for Dec 15

Cheapest

$50

Average

$52

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Merced, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

5817 AMTRAK

11:05AM6h08

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

05:13PMMerced Station, Merced, CA

$501One-way

1 transfer

Cheapest

5811 AMTRAK

01:00AM6h13

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

07:13AMMerced Station, Merced, CA

$501One-way

1 transfer

Cheapest

5717 AMTRAK

10:55AM6h18

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

05:13PMMerced Station, Merced, CA

$501One-way

1 transfer

2nd Cheapest

5719 AMTRAK

12:55PM6h18

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

07:13PMMerced Station, Merced, CA

$541One-way

1 transfer

2nd Cheapest

5715 AMTRAK

09:15AM5h58

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

03:13PMMerced Station, Merced, CA

$541One-way

1 transfer

Los Angeles, CA to Merced, CA train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 15

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Amtrak 5811 AMTRAK	01:00AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA	6h13	07:13AM Merced Station, Merced, CA	1 transfer
Amtrak 5713 AMTRAK	05:00AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA	6h13	11:13AM Merced Station, Merced, CA	1 transfer
Amtrak 5813 AMTRAK	05:10AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA	6h03	11:13AM Merced Station, Merced, CA	1 transfer
Amtrak 5715 AMTRAK	09:15AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA	5h58	03:13PM Merced Station, Merced, CA	1 transfer
Amtrak 5815 AMTRAK	09:25AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA	5h48	03:13PM Merced Station, Merced, CA	1 transfer
Amtrak 5717 AMTRAK	10:55AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA	6h18	05:13PM Merced Station, Merced, CA	1 transfer
Amtrak 5817 AMTRAK	11:05AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA	6h08	05:13PM Merced Station, Merced, CA	1 transfer
Amtrak 5719 AMTRAK	12:55PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA	6h18	07:13PM Merced Station, Merced, CA	1 transfer
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Fastest train times from Los Angeles, CA to Merced, CA

Showing times and prices for Dec 15

Fastest Journey

5 h 48 m

Average

6 h 7 m

Trains per day

Distance

414 km

It's difficult to get from Los Angeles, CA to Merced, CA without transferring at least once.

Fastest

5815 AMTRAK

09:25AM5h48

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

03:13PMMerced Station, Merced, CA

$541One-way

1 transfer

2nd Fastest

5715 AMTRAK

09:15AM5h58

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

03:13PMMerced Station, Merced, CA

$541One-way

1 transfer

5813 AMTRAK

05:10AM6h03

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

11:13AMMerced Station, Merced, CA

$541One-way

1 transfer

5817 AMTRAK

11:05AM6h08

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

05:13PMMerced Station, Merced, CA

$501One-way

1 transfer

5811 AMTRAK

01:00AM6h13

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

07:13AMMerced Station, Merced, CA

$501One-way

1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Los Angeles, CA to Merced, CA

Trains from Los Angeles, CA to Merced, CA run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€34) but you can travel from only $25 (€22) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $25 (€22)

Distance

257 miles (414 km)

Average train duration

6h 11m

Cheapest ticket price

$38 (€34)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

5h 48m

First train

01:00

Last train

20:45

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $25 (€22)

Train providers: Amtrak from Los Angeles, CA to Merced, CA trains

You can travel by train to Merced, CA from Los Angeles, CA with Amtrak for as low as $38 (€34). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak trains running daily, you can travel by train across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela train for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveler’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your train journey between Los Angeles, CA and Merced, CA, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Train information from Los Angeles, CA to Merced, CA with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 5 h 48 min
Cheapest Price: $38

FAQs: Trains from Los Angeles, CA to Merced, CA

FAQs: Travel by train from Los Angeles, CA to Merced, CA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Los Angeles, CA to Merced, CA.

Cheap train tickets from Los Angeles, CA to Merced, CA can start from as little as $38 (€34) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Los Angeles, CA to Merced, CA is $48 (€42); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Los Angeles, CA to Merced, CA train travel time is 5 h 48 min for the 257 mile (414 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Los Angeles, CA to Merced, CA leaves at 1: 00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Los Angeles, CA to Merced, CA leaves at 8: 45 PM.

There are 8 trains a day from Los Angeles, CA to Merced, CA which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the best Los Angeles, CA to Merced, CA train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services from Los Angeles, CA to Merced, CA to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 8: 45 PM.

The cheapest month for a train from Los Angeles, CA to Merced, CA is August.

You have options as you can travel to Merced, CA from Los Angeles, CA 2 different ways: bus or train.