What is the cheapest way to get from Union Square to Berkeley?

The cheapest way to get from Union Square to Berkeley is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Union Square to Berkeley?

The fastest way to get from Union Square to Berkeley is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $45 - $55.

Is there a direct train between Union Square and Berkeley?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Montgomery Street and arriving at Downtown Berkeley. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from Union Square to Berkeley?

The distance between Union Square and Berkeley is 13 miles. The road distance is 11.8 miles.

How do I travel from Union Square to Berkeley without a car?

The best way to get from Union Square to Berkeley without a car is to BART via Montgomery Street which takes 29 min and costs $3 - $5.

How long does it take to get from Union Square to Berkeley?

The BART from Montgomery Street to Downtown Berkeley takes 23 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Union Square to Berkeley train from?

Union Square to Berkeley train services, operated by BART, depart from Montgomery Street station.

Where does the Union Square to Berkeley train arrive?

Union Square to Berkeley train services, operated by BART, arrive at Downtown Berkeley station.

Can I drive from Union Square to Berkeley?

Yes, the driving distance between Union Square to Berkeley is 12 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Union Square to Berkeley.

Where can I stay near Berkeley?

There are 738+ hotels available in Berkeley.

Union Square to Berkeley - 4 ways to travel via BART, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Union Square to Berkeley by subway, taxi, or car

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BART via Montgomery Street
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1. Take the subway from Montgomery Street to Downtown Berkeleysubway Red-N
29 min
$3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Union Square to Berkeleytaxi 11.7 mi
19 min
$45–55
Drive 11.7 mi
1. Drive from Union Square to Berkeleycar 11.7 mi
19 min
$3–4
BART
1. Take the subway from Powell Street to Downtown Berkeleysubway Red-N
30 min
$3–5

Union Square to Berkeley by foot and subway

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Distance: 12.9 mi
Duration: 29 min

What companies run services between Union Square, San Francisco County, CA, USA and Berkeley, CA, USA?

BART operates a subway from Montgomery Street to Downtown Berkeley every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 23 min.

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