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Compare bus and train for Merced, CA to Ontario, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Merced, CA to Ontario, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €47. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €47, and a train costs an average of €53.
Distance: 274 miles (442 km)
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€53 Average price | €47 Average price Cheapest |
6h 47m Average total duration Fastest 6h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 9m Average total duration 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Merced, CA to Ontario, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Merced, CA to Ontario, CA trains for today, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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702 Gold Runner · 5402 AMTRAK | 4:45 PM Merced Station, Merced, CA | 6h30 | 11:15 PM Ontario station, Ontario, CA | 1 transfer | |
712 Gold Runner · 5712 AMTRAK · 2 Sunset Limited | 8:45 PM Merced Station, Merced, CA | 10h09 | 6:54 AM Ontario station, Ontario, CA | 2 transfers | |
712 Gold Runner · 5812 AMTRAK · 422 Texas Eagle | 8:45 PM Merced Station, Merced, CA | 10h09 | 6:54 AM Ontario station, Ontario, CA | 2 transfers | |
712 Gold Runner · 5812 AMTRAK · 2 Sunset Limited | 8:45 PM Merced Station, Merced, CA | 10h09 | 6:54 AM Ontario station, Ontario, CA | 2 transfers | |
712 Gold Runner · 5412 AMTRAK | 8:45 PM Merced Station, Merced, CA | 6h30 | 3:15 AM Ontario station, Ontario, CA | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Merced, CA to Ontario, CA
Trains from Merced, CA to Ontario, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $65 (€53) but you can travel from only $58 (€47) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:10, the last at 12:45. The fastest train covers the 274 miles (442 km) distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 274 miles (442 km) |
Average train duration 6h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€53) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 30m |
First train 07:10 |
Last train 12:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Merced, CA to Ontario, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Merced, CA and Ontario, CA from $58 (€47). 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 Merced, CA to Ontario, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Merced, CA to Ontario, 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 Ontario, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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