What is the cheapest way to get from Berkeley to Lake Merced?

The cheapest way to get from Berkeley to Lake Merced is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 33 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Berkeley to Lake Merced?

The fastest way to get from Berkeley to Lake Merced is to drive which takes 33 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct train between Berkeley and Lake Merced?

No, there is no direct train from Berkeley to Lake Merced. However, there are services departing from Downtown Berkeley and arriving at 19th Ave & Winston Dr via Metro Embarcadero Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Berkeley to Lake Merced?

The distance between Berkeley and Lake Merced is 19 miles. The road distance is 19.6 miles.

How do I travel from Berkeley to Lake Merced without a car?

The best way to get from Berkeley to Lake Merced without a car is to BART and tram which takes 55 min and costs $5 - $7.

How long does it take to get from Berkeley to Lake Merced?

It takes approximately 55 min to get from Berkeley to Lake Merced, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Berkeley to Lake Merced train from?

Berkeley to Lake Merced train services, operated by BART, depart from Downtown Berkeley station.

Where does the Berkeley to Lake Merced train arrive?

Berkeley to Lake Merced train services, operated by BART, arrive at Embarcadero station.

Can I drive from Berkeley to Lake Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between Berkeley to Lake Merced is 20 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Berkeley to Lake Merced.

Where can I stay near Lake Merced?

There are 744+ hotels available in Lake Merced.

Berkeley to Lake Merced - 4 ways to travel via BART, tram, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Berkeley to Lake Merced by subway, tram, bus, car, or taxi

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

BART, tram
best
1. Take the subway from Downtown Berkeley to Embarcaderosubway Red-S
2. Take the tram from Metro Embarcadero Station to 19th Ave & Winston Drtram M
55 min
$5–6
Drive 19.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Berkeley to San Francisco State Universitycar 19.5 mi
33 min
$4–6
BART, bus
1. Take the subway from Downtown Berkeley to Montgomery Streetsubway Red-S
2. Take the bus from Market St & 2nd St to Wawona/46th Ave /SF Zoobus Lowl
1h 54m
$5–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Berkeley to San Francisco State Universitytaxi 19.5 mi
33 min
$70–90

Berkeley to Lake Merced by subway and tram

303Weekly Services

55 minAverage Duration

$5Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Berkeley to Lake Merced.

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Distance: 18.6 mi
Duration: 55 min

What companies run services between Berkeley, CA, USA and Lake Merced, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Berkeley to Lake Merced. However, you can take the subway to Embarcadero, walk to Metro Embarcadero Station, then take the vehicle to 19th Ave & Winston Dr. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Downtown Berkeley to Wawona/46th Ave /SF Zoo via Montgomery Street and Market St & 2nd St in around 1h 54m.

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