UC Merced
CONVENIENT AND AFFORDABLE CONNECTION FOR UC MERCED STUDENTS
Gold Runner' provides UC Merced students with a convenient and affordable connection to the statewide train and Thruway Bus network. On the Gold Runner, students can save time and money, catch up on homework using the onboard wi-fi, or just relax by kicking back on the comfortable spacious seating.
Connection Information:
The train and Thruway Bus arrives at the Merced Amtrak Station. Students can utilize the UC Shuttle which stops at the station Monday through Friday.
Visit the UC Merced Transit page here:
https://taps.ucmerced.edu/alternative-transportation/other/train
Gold Runner has made it super easy for me to travel home and visit my family and friends!!
Kaia Alvarado
always affordable: UC Merced students save on the san joaquins
Get 30% off tickets with our 6TIX students pass or 15% off with our students discount.
USE DISCOUNT CODE V353
Learn more about student discount here
Thruway Bus arrival and Departure Times
Merced Station Southbound Station Southbound
| Train Number | Merced Station Southbound | End Route |
|---|---|---|
| 702 | 8.45AM | Bakersfield |
| 710 | 10.45AM | Bakersfield |
| 712 | 12.45PM | Bakersfield |
| 714 | 2.45PM | Bakersfield |
| 716 | 4.45PM | Bakersfield |
| 718 | 8.45AM | Bakersfield |
Merced Station Northbound Station Southbound
| Train Number | Merced Station Northbound | End Route |
|---|---|---|
| 711 | 7.23AM | Oakland |
| 713 | 11.23PM | Oakland |
| 715 | 3.23PM | Oakland |
| 717 | 5.23PM | Oakland |
| 719 | 7.23PM | Oakland |
| 703 | 9.23PM | Bakersfield |
