Train from Merced to Sacramento, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Merced to Sacramento on December 3
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Merced Amtrak
Sacramento Valley StationCheapest
Amtrak
Merced Amtrak
Sacramento Valley StationFastest
Amtrak
Merced Amtrak
Sacramento Valley StationNo tags
Amtrak
Merced Amtrak
Sacramento Valley StationNo tags
Amtrak
Merced Amtrak
Sacramento Valley StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Merced to Sacramento

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Sacramento. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
2h 30mAverage Duration
100 milesDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$25 - $67Average Duration2h 30m
4kg CO₂e
Average Price$29 - $88Average Duration4h 49m
15kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Merced to Sacramento, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Merced to Sacramento?

    The cheapest train tickets from Merced to Sacramento start from $29. The average price for this train route is around $48. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Merced to Sacramento?

    The average train ride duration from Merced to Sacramento is 4h 49m, covering a distance of 105 miles (168 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators service the Merced to Sacramento route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Merced to Sacramento?

    The earliest train departs from Merced to Sacramento at 7:23am. And the latest train departs at 9:19pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11/25
$32
11/26
$32
Today
$25
11/28
$32
11/29
$32
11/30
$32
12/01
$25
12/02
$25
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Merced to Sacramento, US was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $25

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Merced to Sacramento, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $25 to $227 for a train ticket from Merced to Sacramento, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2025-12-01.

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