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

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

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

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

Is there a direct train between Downtown Oakland and Berkeley?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 12th Street / Oakland City Center and arriving at Downtown Berkeley. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

How far is it from Downtown Oakland to Berkeley?

The distance between Downtown Oakland and Berkeley is 5 miles. The road distance is 4.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Downtown Oakland to Berkeley without a car is to BART which takes 11 min and costs $2 - $4.

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

The BART from 12th Street / Oakland City Center to Downtown Berkeley takes 11 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

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

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

Where does the Downtown Oakland to Berkeley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Downtown Oakland to Berkeley?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Berkeley?

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

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BART
best
1. Take the subway from 12th Street / Oakland City Center to Downtown Berkeleysubway Orange-N / ...
11 min
$2–4
Drive 4.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Downtown Oakland to Berkeleycar 4.9 mi
10 min
$1–2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Downtown Oakland to Berkeleytaxi 4.9 mi
10 min
$21–26
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Oakland to Berkeley Stationtrain Capitol Corridor
14 min
$2–5

Downtown Oakland to Berkeley by subway

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Distance: 4.7 mi
Duration: 11 min

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

BART operates a subway from 12th Street / Oakland City Center to Downtown Berkeley every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2–4 and the journey takes 11 min.

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