What is the cheapest way to get from Berkeley to Downtown Oakland?

The cheapest way to get from Berkeley to Downtown Oakland is to drive which costs $1 - $2 and takes 10 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Berkeley to Downtown Oakland?

The fastest way to get from Berkeley to Downtown Oakland is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs $21 - $26.

Is there a direct train between Berkeley and Downtown Oakland?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Downtown Berkeley and arriving at 12th Street / Oakland City Center. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Berkeley to Downtown Oakland?

The distance between Berkeley and Downtown Oakland is 5 miles. The road distance is 5 miles.

How do I travel from Berkeley to Downtown Oakland without a car?

The best way to get from Berkeley to Downtown Oakland without a car is to BART which takes 13 min and costs $2 - $4.

How long does it take to get from Berkeley to Downtown Oakland?

The BART from Downtown Berkeley to 12th Street / Oakland City Center takes 13 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Berkeley to Downtown Oakland train from?

Berkeley to Downtown Oakland train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Berkeley Station.

Where does the Berkeley to Downtown Oakland train arrive?

Berkeley to Downtown Oakland train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oakland station.

Can I drive from Berkeley to Downtown Oakland?

Yes, the driving distance between Berkeley to Downtown Oakland is 5 miles. It takes approximately 10 min to drive from Berkeley to Downtown Oakland.

How do I get a train ticket from Berkeley to Downtown Oakland?

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Where can I stay near Downtown Oakland?

There are 731+ hotels available in Downtown Oakland.

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There are 4 ways to get from Berkeley to Downtown Oakland by subway, taxi, car, or train (Amtrak)

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BART
best
1. Take the subway from Downtown Berkeley to 12th Street / Oakland City Centersubway Orange-S / ...
13 min
$2–4
Drive 4.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Berkeley to Downtown Oaklandcar 4.9 mi
10 min
$1–2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Berkeley to Downtown Oaklandtaxi 4.9 mi
10 min
$21–26
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Berkeley Station to Oaklandtrain Capitol Corridor
21 min
$2–5

Berkeley to Downtown Oakland by subway

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Distance: 4.7 mi
Duration: 13 min

What companies run services between Berkeley, CA, USA and Downtown Oakland, CA, USA?

BART operates a subway from Downtown Berkeley to 12th Street / Oakland City Center every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2–4 and the journey takes 13 min.

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