What is the cheapest way to get from San Carlos to Berkeley?

The cheapest way to get from San Carlos to Berkeley is to drive which costs $6 - $10 and takes 44 min.

What is the fastest way to get from San Carlos to Berkeley?

The fastest way to get from San Carlos to Berkeley is to drive which takes 44 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct train between San Carlos and Berkeley?

No, there is no direct train from San Carlos to Berkeley. However, there are services departing from San Carlos Caltrain Northbound and arriving at Downtown Berkeley via Millbrae. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from San Carlos to Berkeley?

The distance between San Carlos and Berkeley is 40 miles. The road distance is 35.3 miles.

How do I travel from San Carlos to Berkeley without a car?

The best way to get from San Carlos to Berkeley without a car is to Caltrain and BART which takes 1h 33m and costs $15 - $21.

How long does it take to get from San Carlos to Berkeley?

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from San Carlos to Berkeley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Carlos to Berkeley train from?

San Carlos to Berkeley train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from San Carlos Caltrain Northbound station.

Where does the San Carlos to Berkeley train arrive?

San Carlos to Berkeley train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at Millbrae Caltrain Northbound station.

Can I drive from San Carlos to Berkeley?

Yes, the driving distance between San Carlos to Berkeley is 35 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from San Carlos to Berkeley.

Where can I stay near Berkeley?

There are 676+ hotels available in Berkeley.

San Carlos to Berkeley - 4 ways to travel via Caltrain, BART, car, taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from San Carlos to Berkeley by train, subway, car, taxi, or bus

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Caltrain, BART
best
1. Take the train from San Carlos Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the subway from Millbrae to Downtown Berkeleysubway Red-N
1h 33m
$16–20
Drive 35.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Carlos to Berkeleycar 35.1 mi
44 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Carlos to Berkeleytaxi 35.1 mi
44 min
$130–160
Bus, BART
1. Take the bus from El Camino Real & San Carlos Ave to Millbrae Transit Center- Bay G1bus Ecr / ...
2. Take the subway from Millbrae to Downtown Berkeleysubway Red-N
2h 7m
$13–18

San Carlos to Berkeley by train and subway

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Distance: 39.7 mi
Duration: 1h 33m

What companies run services between San Carlos, CA, USA and Berkeley, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from San Carlos to Berkeley. However, you can take the train to Millbrae Caltrain Northbound, walk to Millbrae, then take the subway to Downtown Berkeley. Alternatively, you can drive from San Carlos to Berkeley in around 44 min.

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