How much does a train ticket from Riverside to Merced cost?

The average train ticket price from Riverside to Merced is $70. The best way to find train tickets from Riverside to Merced is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Riverside to Merced?

A train trip between Riverside and Merced is around 9h 1m, although the fastest train will take about 9h 1m. This is the time it takes to travel the 289 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Riverside and Merced?

The number of trains from Riverside to Merced can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Riverside to Merced by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Riverside to Merced?

When taking the train from Riverside to Merced, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train Riverside to Merced from $70 | Refundable Tickets

Compare 2 ways to go from Riverside to Merced.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$92 - $145	Average Duration14h 25m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$70 - $70	Average Duration9h 1m	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Riverside to Merced

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Merced. The journey takes about 14 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $92, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

14h 25mAverage Duration

$92Cheapest ticket

12kgCO₂ emissions

Train Riverside, CA to Merced: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$70

Average train trip duration9h 1m

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure6:12am

Distance289 miles (465 km)

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,340 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5340 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 $70

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Riverside to Merced Train

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About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Riverside to Merced is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Merced, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Riverside and Merced, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Riverside to Merced, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

What's the cheapest way to go from Riverside, CA to Merced?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time14h 25m	Avg Price$113	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time9h 1m	Avg Price$70	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Riverside, CA and Merced is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $70 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $70. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Merced, choose the train, as it will take you from Riverside, CA to Merced in about 9h 1m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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Train from Merced to Riverside, CA

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