What is the cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Berkeley?

The cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Berkeley is to bus which costs $55 - $110 and takes 13h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lancaster to Berkeley?

The fastest way to get from Lancaster to Berkeley is to train and fly which takes 5h 31m and costs $190 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Lancaster and Berkeley?

No, there is no direct bus from Lancaster to Berkeley. However, there are services departing from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. and arriving at Oakland via Bakersfield Train Station and Sacramento Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Lancaster and Berkeley?

No, there is no direct train from Lancaster to Berkeley. However, there are services departing from Lancaster and arriving at Emeryville via Van Nuys. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 31m.

How far is it from Lancaster to Berkeley?

The distance between Lancaster and Berkeley is 411 miles. The road distance is 356.6 miles.

How do I travel from Lancaster to Berkeley without a car?

The best way to get from Lancaster to Berkeley without a car is to bus and BART which takes 12h 42m and costs $65 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Lancaster to Berkeley?

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Lancaster to Berkeley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Berkeley bus from?

Lancaster to Berkeley bus services, operated by Kern Transit, depart from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. station.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Berkeley train from?

Lancaster to Berkeley train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Lancaster station.

Train or bus from Lancaster to Berkeley?

The best way to get from Lancaster to Berkeley is to train which takes 14h 31m and costs $130 - $340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $110 and takes 13h 9m.

Where does the Lancaster to Berkeley bus arrive?

Lancaster to Berkeley bus services, operated by Kern Transit, arrive at Bakersfield Amtrak station.

Where does the Lancaster to Berkeley train arrive?

Lancaster to Berkeley train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at Sylmar / San Fernando station.

Can I drive from Lancaster to Berkeley?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancaster to Berkeley is 357 miles. It takes approximately 6h 2m to drive from Lancaster to Berkeley.

Where can I stay near Berkeley?

There are 733+ hotels available in Berkeley.

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There are 10 ways to get from Lancaster to Berkeley by train, plane, bus, subway, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Train to Burbank Bob Hope Airport, fly to Oakland International Airport
best
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Burbank - Downtowntrain
2. Fly from Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane BUR - OAK
5h 31m
$197–724
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to Bakersfield Amtrakbus 100
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Sacramento Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Oaklandbus
13h 9m
$58–105
Bus, BART
1. Take the bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to GET Downtown Transit Centerbus 100
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephantbus
3. Take the subway from Milpitas to Downtown Berkeleysubway
12h 42m
$69–109
Train
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Sylmar / San Fernandotrain AV Line
2. Take the train from Van Nuys to Emeryvilletrain Coast Starlight
14h 31m
$131–335
Drive 354.5 mi
1. Drive from Lancaster to Berkeleycar 354.5 mi
6h 2m
$65–94
Train to Burbank Bob Hope Airport, fly to San Francisco International Airport, BART
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Burbank - Downtowntrain
2. Fly from Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane BUR - SFO
3. Take the subway from San Francisco International Airport to Downtown Berkeleysubway
5h 57m
$143–471
Train to Los Angeles International Airport, fly to Oakland International Airport
1. Take the train from Lancaster to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane LAX - OAK
6h 9m
$313–1,436
Train to Burbank Bob Hope Airport, fly to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, BART
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Burbank - Downtowntrain
2. Fly from Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR) to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC)plane BUR - SJC
3. Take the subway from Milpitas to Downtown Berkeleysubway
6h 45m
$492–779
Train to Long Beach Airport, fly to Oakland International Airport
1. Take the train from Lancaster to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane LGB - OAK
7h 34m
$87–459
Train, train to Ontario International Airport, fly to Oakland International Airport
1. Take the train from Lancaster to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Rancho Cucamongatrain
3. Fly from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane ONT - OAK
8h 8m
$261–779

Lancaster to Berkeley by bus and subway

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12h 42mAverage Duration

$69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 408.5 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between Lancaster, CA, USA and Berkeley, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Lancaster to Emeryville via Sylmar / San Fernando, Sylmar Station, Van Nuys / Keswick, and Van Nuys in around 14h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to Downtown Berkeley via Bakersfield Amtrak, Bakersfield Train Station, Sacramento Bus Station, Oakland, and West Oakland in around 13h 9m.

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