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

The cheapest way to get from Berkeley to Asilomar is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Berkeley to Asilomar is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Berkeley and Asilomar?

No, there is no direct bus from Berkeley to Asilomar. However, there are services departing from Emeryville and arriving at Lighthouse Ave / Ridge Rd via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 and Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 4 Tyler. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Berkeley to Asilomar?

The distance between Berkeley and Asilomar is 135 miles. The road distance is 119.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Berkeley to Asilomar without a car is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs $90 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Berkeley to Asilomar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Berkeley to Asilomar bus from?

Berkeley to Asilomar bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Emeryville station.

Train or bus from Berkeley to Asilomar?

The best way to get from Berkeley to Asilomar is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs $90 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus and line 20 bus, which costs and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Berkeley to Asilomar bus arrive?

Berkeley to Asilomar bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Salinas station.

Can I drive from Berkeley to Asilomar?

Yes, the driving distance between Berkeley to Asilomar is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Berkeley to Asilomar.

Where can I stay near Asilomar?

There are 244+ hotels available in Asilomar.

Berkeley to Asilomar - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 20 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Berkeley to Asilomar by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, subway, or shuttle

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Oakland to SalinasCoast Starlight
4h 56m
$94–138
Drive 118.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Berkeley to Asilomar118.5 mi
2h 11m
$22–32
Bus, line 20 bus
1. Take the bus from Emeryville to SalinasAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 to Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 4 Tyler20
5h 1m
BART, shuttle
1. Take the subway from Downtown Berkeley to San Francisco International AirportRed-S
2. Take a shuttle bus from SFO Airport International Arrivals to Monterey - Calle Principal / Parking GarageMonterey Airbus from airport
6h 5m
$73–91

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 134.6 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Oakland to Salinas once daily. Tickets cost $27–55 and the journey takes 2h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Emeryville to Lighthouse Ave / Ridge Rd via Salinas, Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7, and Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 4 Tyler in around 5h 1m.

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