Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Great America Station | Merced Amtrak | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center | Merced Amtrak | No tags | |||||
| Santa Clara Transit Center | Merced Amtrak | No tags |
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Get from Santa Clara to Merced
The journey takes about 5 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $66, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5684 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $66
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Clara, US to Merced by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Santa Clara to Merced?
The cheapest train tickets from Santa Clara to Merced start at $66. The average price for this train route is around $66. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Santa Clara to Merced?
The average train trip from Santa Clara to Merced takes 5h 25m and covers 133 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Santa Clara to Merced route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Santa Clara to Merced?
The earliest train from Santa Clara to Merced departs at 6:23am. The latest train departs at 3:19pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Santa Clara, US to Merced was searched and found on Dec 28, 2025 with a price of $64To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Santa Clara, US to Merced, as early as possible.
