What is the cheapest way to get from Berkeley to Downtown San Jose?

The cheapest way to get from Berkeley to Downtown San Jose is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 53 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Berkeley to Downtown San Jose?

The fastest way to get from Berkeley to Downtown San Jose is to drive which takes 53 min and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct bus between Berkeley and Downtown San Jose?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Emeryville and arriving at San Jose. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Berkeley and Downtown San Jose?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Berkeley Station station and arriving at San Jose. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Berkeley to Downtown San Jose?

The distance between Berkeley and Downtown San Jose is 47 miles. The road distance is 46.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Berkeley to Downtown San Jose without a car is to BART which takes 1h 31m and costs $10 - $16.

How long does it take to get from Berkeley to Downtown San Jose?

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Berkeley to Downtown San Jose, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Berkeley to Downtown San Jose bus from?

Berkeley to Downtown San Jose bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Emeryville station.

Where do I catch the Berkeley to Downtown San Jose train from?

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

Train or bus from Berkeley to Downtown San Jose?

The best way to get from Berkeley to Downtown San Jose is to bus which takes 1h 45m and costs $19 - $28. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $16 - $35 and takes 1h 35m.

Where does the Berkeley to Downtown San Jose bus arrive?

Berkeley to Downtown San Jose bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Where does the Berkeley to Downtown San Jose train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Berkeley to Downtown San Jose?

Yes, the driving distance between Berkeley to Downtown San Jose is 46 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Berkeley to Downtown San Jose.

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

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Where can I stay near Downtown San Jose?

There are 432+ hotels available in Downtown San Jose.

Berkeley to Downtown San Jose - 5 ways to travel via train, BART, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Berkeley to Downtown San Jose by subway, bus (Amtrak), car, taxi, or train (Amtrak)

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BART
best
1. Take the subway from Downtown Berkeley to Berryessa / North San Josesubway Orange-S
1h 31m
$10–16
Drive 46 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Berkeley to Downtown San Josecar 46 mi
53 min
$9–13
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Emeryville to San Josebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
1h 45m
$19–28
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Berkeley to Downtown San Josetaxi 46 mi
53 min
$160–200
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Berkeley Station to San Josetrain Capitol Corridor
1h 35m
$16–35

Berkeley to Downtown San Jose by subway and bus

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Distance: 46.6 mi
Duration: 1h 31m

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

BART operates a subway from Downtown Berkeley to Berryessa / North San Jose every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $8–11 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Emeryville to San Jose 4 times a day. Tickets cost $19–28 and the journey takes 1h 45m.

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