What is the cheapest way to get from Redwood City to Berkeley?

The cheapest way to get from Redwood City to Berkeley is to bus and BART which costs $5 - $9 and takes 1h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Redwood City to Berkeley?

The fastest way to get from Redwood City to Berkeley is to drive which takes 46 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct train between Redwood City and Berkeley?

No, there is no direct train from Redwood City to Berkeley. However, there are services departing from Redwood City Caltrain Northbound and arriving at Downtown Berkeley via Millbrae. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Redwood City to Berkeley?

The distance between Redwood City and Berkeley is 41 miles. The road distance is 37.4 miles.

How do I travel from Redwood City to Berkeley without a car?

The best way to get from Redwood City to Berkeley without a car is to bus and BART which takes 1h 30m and costs $5 - $9.

How long does it take to get from Redwood City to Berkeley?

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Redwood City to Berkeley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Redwood City to Berkeley train from?

Redwood City to Berkeley train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from Redwood City Caltrain Northbound station.

Where does the Redwood City to Berkeley train arrive?

Redwood City to Berkeley train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at Millbrae Caltrain Northbound station.

Can I drive from Redwood City to Berkeley?

Yes, the driving distance between Redwood City to Berkeley is 37 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Redwood City to Berkeley.

Where can I stay near Berkeley?

There are 673+ hotels available in Berkeley.

Redwood City to Berkeley - 5 ways to travel via bus, BART, Caltrain, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Redwood City to Berkeley by bus, subway, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, BART
best
1. Take the bus from Winslow St & Broadway St to Salesforce Transit Center- Bay 37bus Epx
2. Take the subway from Embarcadero to Downtown Berkeleysubway Red-N
1h 30m
$6–9
Caltrain, BART
1. Take the train from Redwood City Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the subway from Millbrae to Downtown Berkeleysubway Red-N
1h 38m
$16–21
Drive 37.2 mi
1. Drive from Redwood City to Berkeleycar 37.2 mi
46 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Redwood City to Berkeleytaxi 37.2 mi
46 min
$130–170
Bus, BART via Millbrae
1. Take the bus from El Camino Real & Brewster Ave to Millbrae Transit Center- Bay G1bus Ecr / ...
2. Take the subway from Millbrae to Downtown Berkeleysubway Red-N
2h 15m
$13–18

Redwood City to Berkeley by bus and subway

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Distance: 40.7 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Redwood City, CA, USA and Berkeley, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Redwood City to Berkeley. However, you can take the bus to Salesforce Transit Center- Bay 37, walk to Embarcadero, then take the subway to Downtown Berkeley. Alternatively, you can take a train from Redwood City Caltrain Northbound to Downtown Berkeley via Millbrae Caltrain Northbound and Millbrae in around 1h 38m.

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