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Muzeo Museum and Cultural Center
Anaheim’s main museum campus with rotating art, history, and cultural exhibitions in a restored Carnegie building and nearby gallery spaces.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Merced, CA to Anaheim, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $62. 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 train costs an average of $62, and a bus costs an average of $66.
Distance: 279 miles (450 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$64 Average price Cheapest | $94 Average price | $107 Average price |
6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 36m Average total duration 9h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Merced, CA to Anaheim, CA:
A train is $30 (€25) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Merced, CA to Anaheim, CA costing on average $94 (€77).
A train is $43 (€35) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Merced, CA to Anaheim, CA costing on average $107 (€87).
Other travel options to Anaheim, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 20m.
Bus takes on average 9h 6m.
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Trains from Merced, CA to Anaheim, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $62 (€51) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 279 miles (450 km) distance in 6h 38m.
Distance 279 miles (450 km) |
Average train duration 6h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€51) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 38m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Restaurants: 15-20% standard, 20%+ for great service. Bars: USD 1-2 per drink. Taxis/rideshare: 10-15% or round up. Hotel staff: USD 1-5 depending on service. Not usually needed for counter service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Merced, CA to Anaheim, 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 Anaheim, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Merced, CA to Anaheim, CA trains use the Merced Station to Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center station pair. Use this guide to compare Merced, CA and Anaheim, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Merced Station has practical services for this route, including Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Merced Station.
Accessibility facilities are available at Merced Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center is 4 km from Anaheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: JT Schmid's Restaurant & Brewery, The Catch
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Ayres Hotel Anaheim, TownePlace Suites by Marriott Anaheim Maingate Near Angel Stadium, Embassy Suites by Hilton Anaheim Orange.
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