What is the cheapest way to get from Berkeley to Silicon Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Berkeley to Silicon Valley is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 50 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Berkeley to Silicon Valley?

The fastest way to get from Berkeley to Silicon Valley is to drive which takes 50 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct train between Berkeley and Silicon Valley?

No, there is no direct train from Berkeley to Silicon Valley. However, there are services departing from Downtown Berkeley and arriving at Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound via Millbrae Caltrain Southbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Berkeley to Silicon Valley?

The distance between Berkeley and Silicon Valley is 47 miles. The road distance is 38.4 miles.

How do I travel from Berkeley to Silicon Valley without a car?

The best way to get from Berkeley to Silicon Valley without a car is to BART and Caltrain which takes 1h 45m and costs $16 - $21.

How long does it take to get from Berkeley to Silicon Valley?

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Berkeley to Silicon Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Berkeley to Silicon Valley train from?

Berkeley to Silicon Valley train services, operated by BART, depart from Downtown Berkeley station.

Where does the Berkeley to Silicon Valley train arrive?

Berkeley to Silicon Valley train services, operated by BART, arrive at Millbrae station.

Can I drive from Berkeley to Silicon Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Berkeley to Silicon Valley is 38 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Berkeley to Silicon Valley.

Where can I stay near Silicon Valley?

There are 502+ hotels available in Silicon Valley.

Berkeley to Silicon Valley - 5 ways to travel via BART, Caltrain, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Berkeley to Silicon Valley by subway, train, bus, car, taxi, or bus (Flixbus)

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

BART, Caltrain
best
1. Take the subway from Downtown Berkeley to MillbraeRed-S
2. Take the train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to Palo Alto Caltrain SouthboundLocal Weekday / ...
1h 45m
$16–21
BART, bus
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Downtown Berkeley to San BrunoRed-S
2. Take the bus from San Bruno BART-Bay 8 Outer Busway to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1Ecr
2h 42m
$7–11
Drive 38.1 mi
1. Drive from Berkeley to Silicon Valley38.1 mi
50 min
$7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Berkeley to Silicon Valley38.1 mi
50 min
$140–170
Bus
1. Take the bus from Oakland to Redwood City StationFlixBus N2002
2. Take the bus from Redwood City Caltrain-Lane A to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1Ecr / ...
2h 55m
$10–91

Berkeley to Silicon Valley by subway and train

303Weekly Services

1h 45mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 46.9 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

What companies run services between Berkeley, CA, USA and Silicon Valley, CA, USA?

You can take a subway from Downtown Berkeley to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1 via West Oakland, Oakland, Redwood City Station, and Redwood City Caltrain-Lane A in around 2h 55m.

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