What is the cheapest way to get from Isla Vista to Berkeley?

The cheapest way to get from Isla Vista to Berkeley is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Isla Vista to Berkeley?

The fastest way to get from Isla Vista to Berkeley is to fly and BART which takes 3h 16m and costs $280 - $430.

Is there a direct bus between Isla Vista and Berkeley?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at Emeryville. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 50m.

How far is it from Isla Vista to Berkeley?

The distance between Isla Vista and Berkeley is 296 miles. The road distance is 321.1 miles.

How do I travel from Isla Vista to Berkeley without a car?

The best way to get from Isla Vista to Berkeley without a car is to bus which takes 7h 50m and costs $120 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Isla Vista to Berkeley?

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Isla Vista to Berkeley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Isla Vista to Berkeley bus from?

Isla Vista to Berkeley bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Isla Vista to Berkeley bus arrive?

Isla Vista to Berkeley bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Emeryville station.

Can I drive from Isla Vista to Berkeley?

Yes, the driving distance between Isla Vista to Berkeley is 321 miles. It takes approximately 5h 53m to drive from Isla Vista to Berkeley.

How do I get a bus ticket from Isla Vista to Berkeley?

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Where can I stay near Berkeley?

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Isla Vista to Berkeley - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, BART, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Isla Vista to Berkeley by plane, subway, bus (Amtrak), bus, train, or car

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Fly to San Francisco International Airport, BART
best
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane SBA - SFO
2. Take the subway from San Francisco International Airport to Downtown Berkeleysubway
3h 31m
$192–377
Drive 319.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Isla Vista to Berkeleycar 319.3 mi
5h 53m
$59–85
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Emeryvillebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 50m
$120–180
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Paso Robles Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to Oaklandtrain Coast Starlight
9h 18m
$112–207
Fly to Oakland International Airport, BART
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane SBA - OAK
2. Take the subway from Coliseum to Downtown Berkeleysubway
3h 16m
$286–430

Isla Vista to Berkeley by bus (Amtrak)

21Weekly Buses

7h 50mAverage Duration

$120Cheapest Price

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Distance: 294 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between Isla Vista, CA, USA and Berkeley, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Emeryville 3 times a day. Tickets cost $120–180 and the journey takes 7h 50m.

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