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 bus between Berkeley and Lake Merced?

No, there is no direct bus from Berkeley to Lake Merced. However, there are services departing from Emeryville and arriving at Wawona/46th Ave /SF Zoo via Market St & Battery St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

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 53 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 53 min and costs $5 - $7.

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

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Berkeley to Lake Merced, including transfers.

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

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

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 bus arrive?

Berkeley to Lake Merced bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Francisco 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 690+ 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 (Amtrak), 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 EmbarcaderoRed-S
2. Take the tram from Metro Embarcadero Station to 19th Ave & Winston DrM
53 min
$5–6
Drive 19.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Berkeley to San Francisco State University19.5 mi
33 min
$4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Emeryville to San FranciscoAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Market St & Battery St to Wawona/46th Ave /SF ZooLowl
2h
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Berkeley to San Francisco State University19.5 mi
33 min
$70–90

Berkeley to Lake Merced by subway and tram

303Weekly Services

53 minAverage Duration

$5Cheapest Price

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Distance: 18.6 mi
Duration: 53 min

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

You can take a bus from Emeryville to Wawona/46th Ave /SF Zoo via San Francisco and Market St & Battery St in around 2h.

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