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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zafra to Mérida among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 26m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 56 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£6 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Zafra to Mérida:
A coach is £1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zafra to Mérida costing on average £6.
Other travel options to Mérida take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 33m.
How to get to Mérida from Zafra by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Zafra to Mérida is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Mérida are Cáceres, Badajoz, Zafra, Trujillo and Plasencia. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Mérida on Omio.
Cáceres is known for its exceptionally preserved medieval old town, shaped by Roman, Islamic and Christian history. Its quiet streets, noble houses and strong Extremaduran food culture give it a calm, historic character.
Badajoz is a historic city in Extremadura near the Portuguese border, known for its great Moorish Alcazaba and Guadiana riverside setting. Its old streets, plazas and frontier past give it a calm, distinctive character.
Zafra is a historic market town in Extremadura known for its arcaded squares and handsome old centre. Often called Sevilla la Chica, it is shaped by the Alcázar-Palacio de los Duques de Feria and a long trading tradition.
Trujillo is known for its grand Plaza Mayor and hilltop castle, which give the town a stately medieval character. Palaces, churches and links to Spain’s conquistadors shape an old centre that feels both historic and distinctly Extremaduran.
Plasencia is known for its old walled centre, two cathedrals and elegant historic squares. Near the Jerte Valley and Monfragüe, it has a relaxed Extremaduran character with medieval streets and everyday local life.
Travel to Mérida easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Zafra to Mérida.
This is compared to other travel options from Zafra to Mérida:
A coach is £1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zafra to Mérida costing on average £6.
Other travel options to Mérida take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 33m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zafra and Mérida as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.
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