The cheapest and fastest trains from Pleasanton, CA to Merced, CA
Cheapest price
$92
Average price
$92
Fastest journey
10 h 32 m
Average duration
10 h 32 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pleasanton, 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 Pleasanton, CA to Merced, CA will cost around $92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $92.
It's difficult to get from Pleasanton, CA to Merced, CA without transferring at least once.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Pleasanton, CA to Merced, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pleasanton, CA to Merced, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a train costs an average of $35.
Distance: 80 miles (129 km)
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3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Pleasanton, CA to Merced, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Pleasanton, CA to Merced, CA trains for tomorrow, Monday, March 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:03 PM Pleasanton, CA | 10h32 | 8:35 AM Merced, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pleasanton, CA to Merced, CA
Trains from Pleasanton, CA to Merced, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:05, the last at 16:23. The fastest train covers the 80 miles (129 km) distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 80 miles (129 km) |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 07:05 |
Last train 16:23 |
Train companies: Altamont Corridor Express from Pleasanton, CA to Merced, CA trainsAltamont Corridor Express trains will get you between Pleasanton, CA and Merced, CA from $25 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Altamont Corridor Express
FAQs: Trains from Pleasanton, CA to Merced, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pleasanton, 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.

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