What is the cheapest way to get from Berkeley to Capitola Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Berkeley to Capitola Beach is to drive which costs $14 - $21 and takes 1h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Berkeley to Capitola Beach?

The fastest way to get from Berkeley to Capitola Beach is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Berkeley and Capitola Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Berkeley to Capitola Beach. However, there are services departing from Emeryville and arriving at Capitola Rd & 41st Ave via Diridon Station and Front & Soquel Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Berkeley to Capitola Beach?

The distance between Berkeley and Capitola Beach is 94 miles. The road distance is 77 miles.

How do I travel from Berkeley to Capitola Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Berkeley to Capitola Beach without a car is to bus which takes 3h 20m and costs $29 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Berkeley to Capitola Beach?

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Berkeley to Capitola Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Berkeley to Capitola Beach bus from?

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

Where does the Berkeley to Capitola Beach bus arrive?

Berkeley to Capitola Beach bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Can I drive from Berkeley to Capitola Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Berkeley to Capitola Beach is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Berkeley to Capitola Beach.

Where can I stay near Capitola Beach?

There are 644+ hotels available in Capitola Beach.

Berkeley to Capitola Beach - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, BART, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Berkeley to Capitola Beach by bus (Amtrak), train, bus, subway, or car

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Emeryville to San Josebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
3h 20m
$30–55
Drive 76.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Berkeley to Capitola Beachcar 76.6 mi
1h 35m
$14–21
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Berkeley Station to San Josetrain Capitol Corridor
2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
3h 36m
$25–54
BART, bus
1. Take the subway from Downtown Berkeley to Berryessa / North San Josesubway Orange-S
2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
3h 36m
$21–39
BART, Caltrain, bus
1. Take the subway from Downtown Berkeley to Millbraesubway
2. Take the train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southboundtrain
3. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
4h 24m
$29–48

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Berkeley to Capitola Beach.

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Distance: 93.2 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

What companies run services between Berkeley, CA, USA and Capitola Beach, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Emeryville to Capitola Beach via San Jose, Diridon Station, Soquel Ave & Front, Front & Soquel Ave, and Capitola Rd & 41st Ave in around 3h 20m.

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