Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Merced Amtrak | Lacey - Centennial Station | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Merced Amtrak | Lacey - Centennial Station | No tags | |||||
| Merced Amtrak | Lacey - Centennial Station | No tags | |||||
| Merced Amtrak | Lacey - Centennial Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Merced to Olympia
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Olympia. The journey takes about 21 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $105, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5727 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $150
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Merced to Olympia 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 Merced to Olympia?
The cheapest train tickets from Merced to Olympia start from $162. The average price for this train route is around $248. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Merced to Olympia?
The average train ride duration from Merced to Olympia is 1d , covering a distance of 678 miles (1094 km). The quickest train can get you there in 22h 48m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Merced to Olympia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Merced to Olympia?
The earliest train departs from Merced to Olympia at 5:11pm. And the latest train departs at 5:11pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Merced to Olympia was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $132To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Merced to Olympia, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $132 to $644 for a train ticket from Merced to Olympia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $132 which is on 2026-01-13.
