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Compare bus, train, and flight for Oceanside, CA to Merced, CA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Oceanside, CA to Merced, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $69. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $69, and a flight costs an average of $58.
Distance: 333 miles (536 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$90 Average price | $166 Average price | $73 Average price Cheapest |
10h 18m Average total duration 9h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 1m Average total duration 8h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oceanside, CA to Merced, CA
Trains from Oceanside, CA to Merced, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $87 (€71) but you can travel from only $58 (€47) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 333 miles (536 km) distance in 8h 58m.
Distance 333 miles (536 km) |
Average train duration 9h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $87 (€71) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 8h 58m |
First train 4:57 AM |
Last train 11:10 PM |
FAQs: Trains from Oceanside, CA to Merced, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oceanside, CA to Merced, CA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Merced, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Oceanside, CA to Merced, CA
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Day-use parking is available on the West side of the train tracks, 200-600 South Myers St., Lot 27
- Both locations are enforced by the City of Oceanside Parking.
- Harbor Fish & Chips
- 333 Pacific
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Oceanside/Downtown
- Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort
- Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms
- Located in the main hall
- 26 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for Amtrak, Metrolink, and Coaster trains
- Hall 2: bus connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metrolink
- Amtrak
- Coaster
- Ramps, restrooms.
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