What is the cheapest way to get from Berkeley to University of California, Merced?

The cheapest way to get from Berkeley to University of California, Merced is to BART and bus which costs $13 - $26 and takes 6h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Berkeley to University of California, Merced?

The fastest way to get from Berkeley to University of California, Merced is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Berkeley and University of California, Merced?

No, there is no direct bus from Berkeley to University of California, Merced. However, there are services departing from Dublin/Pleasanton BART and arriving at University Transit Center via Tracy Transit Center and Merced Transpo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

How far is it from Berkeley to University of California, Merced?

The distance between Berkeley and University of California, Merced is 135 miles. The road distance is 127.7 miles.

Where do I catch the Berkeley to University of California, Merced bus from?

Berkeley to University of California, Merced bus services, operated by San Joaquin Regional Transit, depart from Dublin/Pleasanton BART station.

Where does the Berkeley to University of California, Merced bus arrive?

Berkeley to University of California, Merced bus services, operated by San Joaquin Regional Transit, arrive at Tracy Transit Station.

Can I drive from Berkeley to University of California, Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between Berkeley to University of California, Merced is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Berkeley to University of California, Merced.

Where can I stay near University of California, Merced?

There are 32+ hotels available in University of California, Merced.

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Q: How do I travel from Berkeley to University of California, Merced without a car?

The best way to get from Berkeley to University of California, Merced without a car is to BART and bus which takes 6h 22m and costs $13 - $26.

Q: How long does it take to get from Berkeley to University of California, Merced?

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Berkeley to University of California, Merced, including transfers.

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There are 3 ways to get from Berkeley to University of California, Merced by subway, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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BART, bus
best
1. Take the subway from Downtown Berkeley to Bay Fairsubway
2. Take the subway from Bay Fair to Dublin / Pleasantonsubway
3. Take the bus from BART Dublin Station to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exibus 90
4. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Merced Bus Stopbus
5. Take the bus from Merced Transpo to University Transit Centerbus Uc
6h 22m
$13–25
Drive 126.9 mi
1. Drive from Berkeley to University of California, Mercedcar 126.9 mi
2h 24m
$24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dublin/Pleasanton BART to Tracy Transit Stationbus 150
2. Take the bus from Tracy Transit Center to Merced Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0810
6h 42m
$17–38

Berkeley to University of California, Merced by subway, bus, and foot

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Distance: 134.1 mi
Duration: 6h 22m

What companies run services between Berkeley, CA, USA and University of California, Merced, CA, USA?

You can take a subway from Downtown Berkeley to University of California, Merced via Coliseum, Dublin / Pleasanton, Dublin/Pleasanton BART, Tracy Transit Center, Merced Bus Stop, Merced Transpo, and University Transit Center in around 6h 42m.

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How to get fromBerkeley to University of California, Mercedby subway, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

There are 3 ways to get from Berkeley to University of California, Merced by subway, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

BART, bus

Drive 126.9 mi

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