The cheapest and fastest trains from Oceanside, CA to Merced, CA
Cheapest price
$89
Average price
$89
Fastest journey
10 h 4 m
Average duration
10 h 4 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
536 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oceanside, CA to Merced, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oceanside, CA to Merced, CA will cost around $89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $89.
Of the 1 trains that leave Oceanside, CA for Merced, CA on Wed, May 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct trains cover the 536 km distance in an average of 10 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 4 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest trains will take 10 h 4 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
1:57 PM10h04Oceanside, CA12:01 AMMerced, CA$891One-way0 transfers
1:57 PM10h04Oceanside, CA12:01 AMMerced, CA$891One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Oceanside, CA to Merced, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oceanside, CA to Merced, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $70. 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 $70, and a flight costs an average of $56.
Distance: 333 miles (536 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$90 Average price | $93 Average price | $72 Average price Cheapest |
9h 54m Average total duration 9h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 1m Average total duration 8h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Oceanside, CA to Merced, CA:
A bus is $18 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oceanside, CA to Merced, CA costing on average $90 (€72).
A bus is $21 (€17) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Oceanside, CA to Merced, CA costing on average $93 (€75).
Other travel options to Merced, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 31m.
Train takes on average 9h 24m.
Live departures
Oceanside, CA to Merced, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Oceanside, CA to Merced, CA trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:57 PM Oceanside, CA | 10h04 | 12:01 AM Merced, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Oceanside, CA to Merced, CA by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oceanside, CA to Merced, CA
Trains from Oceanside, CA to Merced, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $87 (€71) but you can travel from only $56 (€45) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 333 miles (536 km) distance in 8h 58m.
Distance 333 miles (536 km) |
Average train duration 9h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $87 (€71) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 8h 58m |
First train 4:40 AM |
Last train 11:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Trains from Oceanside, CA to Merced, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oceanside, 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 Oceanside, CA to Merced, CA
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Day-use parking is available on the West side of the train tracks, 200-600 South Myers St., Lot 27
- Both locations are enforced by the City of Oceanside Parking.
- Harbor Fish & Chips
- 333 Pacific
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Oceanside/Downtown
- Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort
- Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms
- Located in the main hall
- 26 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for Amtrak, Metrolink, and Coaster trains
- Hall 2: bus connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metrolink
- Amtrak
- Coaster
- Ramps, restrooms.
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