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Compare train tickets from San Francisco to Merced


Trip Summary

How much are train tickets from San Francisco to Merced?

Lowest Price$24.50
Fastest Train3h 35m
Trains Per Day4
Train Lines1

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to travel by train from San Francisco to Merced right now?




Can you take a train all the way from San Francisco to Merced?

While the train is the main method of transportation from San Francisco to Merced, it will only take you part of the way there. Please note that part of your trip will be on a different vehicle, most commonly a bus or express shuttle.

What is the price of a train ticket from San Francisco to Merced?

In the last month, $24.50 was the average price of a train ticket from San Francisco, CA to Merced, CA. This is about as inexpensive as train tickets ever get. You can expect to find tickets at that price or lower if you book your trip at least 10 days in advance. Otherwise, expect to pay around $5.98 more than that for a same-day booking.

How long is the train journey from San Francisco to Merced?

The distance between San Francisco and Merced is approximately 111 miles, or 179 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 45 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 35 minutes.


When are trains the most crowded?


When are the first and last trains of the day?


Is there a direct train from San Francisco to Merced?


You can also take a train for your return trip from Merced to San Francisco. If you're not not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from San Francisco to Merced for $26.00.

Which train should you take from San Francisco to Merced?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects San Francisco, California to Merced, California. However, there are 4 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak43h 46m$25.86

Where is the train station in San Francisco?

There is one train station in San Francisco:

  • 425 Mission St

Where is the train station in Merced?

Merced has one train station:

  • 324 W 24th St

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