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

The cheapest way to get from Berkeley to Pismo Beach is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Berkeley to Pismo Beach is to drive which takes 4h 14m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Berkeley and Pismo Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Berkeley to Pismo Beach. However, there are services departing from Emeryville and arriving at James Way & Highland via Cypress & Nicholson. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Berkeley to Pismo Beach?

The distance between Berkeley and Pismo Beach is 260 miles. The road distance is 242.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Berkeley to Pismo Beach without a car is to train which takes 7h 58m and costs $90 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 7h 58m to get from Berkeley to Pismo Beach, including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from Berkeley to Pismo Beach?

The best way to get from Berkeley to Pismo Beach is to train which takes 7h 58m and costs $90 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h.

Where does the Berkeley to Pismo Beach bus arrive?

Berkeley to Pismo Beach bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Maria Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Berkeley to Pismo Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Berkeley to Pismo Beach is 242 miles. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Berkeley to Pismo Beach.

Where can I stay near Pismo Beach?

There are 237+ hotels available in Pismo Beach.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Berkeley to Pismo Beach by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, subway, plane, 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 San Luis Obispotrain Coast Starlight
7h 58m
$92–153
Drive 241 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Berkeley to Pismo Beachcar 241 mi
4h 14m
$44–64
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Emeryville to Santa Maria Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h
BART, fly
1. Take the subway from Downtown Berkeley to San Francisco International Airportsubway
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP)plane SFO - SBP
5h 33m
$48–278
BART, shuttle
1. Take the subway from Downtown Berkeley to Milpitassubway Orange-S
2. Take a shuttle bus from 1642 Story Rd - San Jose to Santa Mariashuttle San Jose
8h 29m
$51–77

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) flights

21Weekly Planes

1h 11mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Berkeley to Pismo Beach.

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Distance: 258.9 mi
Duration: 7h 58m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Oakland to San Luis Obispo once daily. Tickets cost $50–100 and the journey takes 6h 15m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Emeryville to Santa Maria Amtrak Bus Stop 3 times a day, and the journey takes 6h 20m.

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