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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Stockton ACE Station | Merced Amtrak | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | San Joaquin Street Station | Merced Amtrak | Fastest | ||||
| Train | San Joaquin Street Station | Merced Amtrak | No tags | ||||
| Train | San Joaquin Street Station | Merced Amtrak | No tags | ||||
| Train | San Joaquin Street Station | Merced Amtrak | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Stockton to Merced
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Merced. The journey takes about 1 hour 12 minutes and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5610 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 £14
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stockton, CA to Merced by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Stockton to Merced?
The cheapest train tickets from Stockton to Merced start from £14. The average price for this train route is around £14. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Stockton to Merced?
The average train journey time from Stockton to Merced is 1h 12m, covering a distance of 63 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 12m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Stockton to Merced route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Stockton to Merced?
The earliest train from Stockton to Merced departs at 07:22. And the latest train departs at 19:23.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Stockton, CA to Merced was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £13To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Stockton, CA to Merced as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £13 to £15 for a train ticket from Stockton, CA to Merced based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £13, which is on 2025-12-02.
What's the cheapest way to go from Stockton, CA to Merced?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Stockton, 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 £14 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £14. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Merced, choose the train, as it will take you from Stockton, CA to Merced in about 1h 12m – that's the fastest way to get there!
