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

The cheapest way to get from Berkeley to Placerville is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Berkeley to Placerville is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs $21 - $35.

How far is it from Berkeley to Placerville?

The distance between Berkeley and Placerville is 128 miles. The road distance is 119.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Berkeley to Placerville without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 46m and costs $31 - $37.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Berkeley to Placerville, including transfers.

Can I drive from Berkeley to Placerville?

Yes, the driving distance between Berkeley to Placerville is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Berkeley to Placerville.

Where can I stay near Placerville?

There are 65+ hotels available in Placerville.

Berkeley to Placerville - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and tram

There are 3 ways to get from Berkeley to Placerville by train, bus, car, or tram

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Berkeley Station to SacramentoCapitol Corridor
2. Take the bus from Sacramento - Amtrak to Placerville Station Transfer CenterSac/SLT Connecting Bus
3h 46m
$32–36
Drive 118.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Berkeley to Placerville118.8 mi
2h 5m
$22–32
Train, tram, bus
1. Take the train from Berkeley Station to Sacramento
2. Take the tram from Sacramento Valley Station to Iron Point Station
3. Take the bus from Iron Point station to Placerville Station Transfer Center50x
5h 18m
$35–39

Berkeley to Placerville by train and bus

7Weekly Services

3h 46mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Berkeley to Placerville.

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Distance: 127.6 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

There is no direct connection from Berkeley to Placerville. However, you can take the train to Sacramento, walk to Sacramento - Amtrak, then take the bus to Placerville Station Transfer Center. Alternatively, you can drive from Berkeley to Placerville in around 2h 5m.

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