What is the cheapest way to get from South San Francisco to Berkeley?

The cheapest way to get from South San Francisco to Berkeley is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 28 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South San Francisco to Berkeley?

The fastest way to get from South San Francisco to Berkeley is to drive which takes 28 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct train between South San Francisco and Berkeley?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from San Bruno and arriving at Downtown Berkeley. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from South San Francisco to Berkeley?

The distance between South San Francisco and Berkeley is 26 miles. The road distance is 20.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from South San Francisco to Berkeley without a car is to BART which takes 50 min and costs $5 - $8.

How long does it take to get from South San Francisco to Berkeley?

The BART from San Bruno to Downtown Berkeley takes 50 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the South San Francisco to Berkeley train from?

South San Francisco to Berkeley train services, operated by BART, depart from San Bruno station.

Where does the South San Francisco to Berkeley train arrive?

South San Francisco to Berkeley train services, operated by BART, arrive at Downtown Berkeley station.

Can I drive from South San Francisco to Berkeley?

Yes, the driving distance between South San Francisco to Berkeley is 21 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from South San Francisco to Berkeley.

Where can I stay near Berkeley?

There are 758+ hotels available in Berkeley.

South San Francisco to Berkeley - 4 ways to travel via BART, and line 292 bus

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

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BART
best
1. Take the subway from San Bruno to Downtown Berkeleysubway Red-N
50 min
$5–8
Drive 20.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South San Francisco to Berkeleycar 20.6 mi
28 min
$4–6
Line 292 bus, BART
1. Take the bus from Airport Blvd & Baden Ave to Mission St & 1st Stbus 292 / ...
2. Take the subway from Embarcadero to Downtown Berkeleysubway Red-N
1h 28m
$5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South San Francisco to Berkeleytaxi 20.6 mi
28 min
$75–95

South San Francisco to Berkeley by subway

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Distance: 26 mi
Duration: 50 min

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

BART operates a subway from San Bruno to Downtown Berkeley every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $5–8 and the journey takes 50 min.

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