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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | 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 $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5644 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 $40
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Berkeley 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 Berkeley to Merced?
The cheapest train tickets from Berkeley to Merced start from $40. The average price for this train route is around $40. 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 Berkeley to Merced?
The average train ride duration from Berkeley to Merced is 6h 10m, covering a distance of 107 miles (173 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 40m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Berkeley to Merced route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Berkeley to Merced?
The earliest train departs from Berkeley to Merced at 6:25am. And the latest train departs at 4:55pm.
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 Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $37To 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 $37 to $37 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 $37 which is on 2025-12-15.
