What is the cheapest way to get from Berkeley to Chester?

The cheapest way to get from Berkeley to Chester is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 4h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Berkeley to Chester?

The fastest way to get from Berkeley to Chester is to drive which takes 4h 9m and costs $35 - $60.

How far is it from Berkeley to Chester?

The distance between Berkeley and Chester is 238 miles. The road distance is 217.4 miles.

How long does it take to get from Berkeley to Chester?

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Berkeley to Chester, including transfers.

Can I drive from Berkeley to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Berkeley to Chester is 217 miles. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Berkeley to Chester.

Where can I stay near Chester?

There are 43+ hotels available in Chester.

Berkeley to Chester - 3 ways to travel via train, car, BART, and plane

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There are 3 ways to get from Berkeley to Chester by train, car, subway, or plane

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Train, drive (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Emeryville to Chico Amtraktrain Coast Starlight
2. Drive from Chico Amtrak to Chestercar
5h 18m
$67–129
Drive 216.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Berkeley to Chestercar 216.1 mi
4h 9m
$40–57
BART, fly, drive
1. Take the subway from Downtown Berkeley to San Francisco International Airportsubway
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Redding Municipal Airport (RDD)plane SFO - RDD
3. Drive from Redding-Airport-RDD to Chestercar
5h 1m
$467–837

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Redding Municipal Airport (RDD) flights

25Weekly Planes

1h 15mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 236.2 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

What companies run services between Berkeley, CA, USA and Chester, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Berkeley to Chester. However, you can take the train to Chico Amtrak then drive to Chester. Alternatively, you can drive from Berkeley to Chester in around 4h 9m.

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