Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Berkeley Amtrak Station | Merced Amtrak | No tags | ||||
| Train | Berkeley Amtrak Station | Merced Amtrak | No tags | ||||
| Train | Berkeley Amtrak Station | Merced Amtrak | No tags | ||||
| Train | Berkeley Amtrak Station | Merced Amtrak | No tags | ||||
| Train | Berkeley Amtrak Station | Merced Amtrak | No tags |
Get from Berkeley to Merced
The journey takes about 6 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 684, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5644 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 684
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berkeley to Merced by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Berkeley to Merced?
The cheapest train tickets from Berkeley to Merced start from R 684. The average price for this train route is around R 684. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Berkeley to Merced?
The average train journey time from Berkeley to Merced is 6h 10m, covering a distance of 173 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 40m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Berkeley to Merced route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berkeley to Merced?
The earliest train from Berkeley to Merced departs at 06:25. And the latest train departs at 16:55.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Berkeley to Merced was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 640To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Berkeley to Merced as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 640 to R 640 for a train ticket from Berkeley to Merced based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 640, which is on 2025-12-15.
