What is the cheapest way to get from Berkeley to University of California, Merced?

The cheapest way to get from Berkeley to University of California, Merced is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Berkeley to University of California, Merced?

The fastest way to get from Berkeley to University of California, Merced is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Berkeley and University of California, Merced?

No, there is no direct bus from Berkeley to University of California, Merced. However, there are services departing from Berkeley and arriving at University Transit Center via Gilroy, Pacheco @ Target and Merced Transpo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 1m.

How far is it from Berkeley to University of California, Merced?

The distance between Berkeley and University of California, Merced is 135 miles. The road distance is 127.7 miles.

Where do I catch the Berkeley to University of California, Merced bus from?

Berkeley to University of California, Merced bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Berkeley station.

Where does the Berkeley to University of California, Merced bus arrive?

Berkeley to University of California, Merced bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Gilroy Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Berkeley to University of California, Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between Berkeley to University of California, Merced is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Berkeley to University of California, Merced.

Where can I stay near University of California, Merced?

There are 32+ hotels available in University of California, Merced.

Berkeley to University of California, Merced

Q: How do I travel from Berkeley to University of California, Merced without a car?

The best way to get from Berkeley to University of California, Merced without a car is to BART and bus which takes 6h 20m and costs $30 - $70.

Q: How long does it take to get from Berkeley to University of California, Merced?

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Berkeley to University of California, Merced, including transfers.

There are 4 ways to get from Berkeley to University of California, Merced by subway, bus, car, bus (Greyhound), 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, bus
best
1. Take the subway from Downtown Berkeley to Lake Merritt
2. Take the subway from Lake Merritt to Dublin / Pleasanton
3. Take the bus from BART Dublin Station to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi90
4. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Merced Bus Stop
5. Take the bus from Merced Transpo to University Transit CenterUc
6h 20m
$31–68
Bus via Gilroy
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Berkeley to Gilroy Bus Stop
2. Take the bus from Gilroy to Los Baños
3. Take the bus from Pacheco @ Target to TranspoLb
8h 1m
$20–107
Drive 126.9 mi
1. Drive from Berkeley to University of California, Merced126.9 mi
2h 23m
$24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dublin/Pleasanton BART to Tracy Transit Station150
2. Take the bus from Tracy Transit Center to Merced Bus StopGreyhound US0810
6h 41m
$33–73

Berkeley to University of California, Merced by subway, bus, and foot

7Weekly Services

6h 20mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 134.1 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

What companies run services between Berkeley, CA, USA and University of California, Merced, CA, USA?

You can take a subway from Downtown Berkeley to University of California, Merced via Coliseum, Dublin / Pleasanton, Dublin/Pleasanton BART, Tracy Transit Center, Merced Bus Stop, Merced Transpo, and University Transit Center in around 6h 41m.

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