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

The cheapest way to get from Berkeley to Fresno is to BART and bus which costs $25 - $45 and takes 5h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Berkeley to Fresno is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Berkeley and Fresno?

No, there is no direct bus from Berkeley to Fresno. However, there are services departing from Emeryville and arriving at Fresno, CA via San Jose Diridon, Santa Clara & 1st and San Jose - King Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Berkeley to Fresno?

The distance between Berkeley and Fresno is 195 miles. The road distance is 177.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Berkeley to Fresno without a car is to BART and bus which takes 5h 3m and costs $25 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Berkeley to Fresno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Berkeley to Fresno bus from?

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

Where does the Berkeley to Fresno bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Berkeley to Fresno?

Yes, the driving distance between Berkeley to Fresno is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Berkeley to Fresno.

Where can I stay near Fresno?

There are 143+ hotels available in Fresno.

Berkeley to Fresno - 5 ways to travel via BART, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Berkeley to Fresno by subway, bus, car, plane, bus (Amtrak), or bus (Greyhound)

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

BART, bus
best
1. Take the subway from Downtown Berkeley to Berryessa / North San JoseOrange-S
2. Take the bus from San Jose - King Rd to Fresno, CASan Jose
5h 3m
$26–44
Drive 176.1 mi
1. Drive from Berkeley to Fresno176.1 mi
3h 10m
$33–47
BART, fly
1. Take the subway from Downtown Berkeley to San Francisco International Airport
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)SFO - FAT
4h 11m
$57–344
Bus
1. Take the bus from Emeryville to San JoseAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from San Jose - King Rd to Fresno, CASan Jose
5h 27m
Bus via Tracy
1. Take the bus from Dublin/Pleasanton BART to Tracy Transit Station150
2. Take the bus from Tracy Transit Center to Fresno Bus StationGreyhound US0810
6h 26m
$36–80

Berkeley to Fresno by subway and bus

24Weekly Services

5h 3mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 194 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Emeryville to Fresno, CA via San Jose, San Jose Diridon, Santa Clara & 1st, King & Virginia, and San Jose - King Rd in around 5h 27m.

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