What is the cheapest way to get from California Polytechnic State University to Berkeley?

The cheapest way to get from California Polytechnic State University to Berkeley is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from California Polytechnic State University to Berkeley?

The fastest way to get from California Polytechnic State University to Berkeley is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between California Polytechnic State University and Berkeley?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from San Luis Obispo Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at Emeryville. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 25m.

How long does it take to get from California Polytechnic State University to Berkeley?

The bus from San Luis Obispo Amtrak Bus Stop to Emeryville takes 5h 25m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the California Polytechnic State University to Berkeley bus from?

California Polytechnic State University to Berkeley bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Luis Obispo Amtrak Bus Stop station.

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California Polytechnic State University to Berkeley

Q: How far is it from California Polytechnic State University to Berkeley?

The distance between California Polytechnic State University and Berkeley is 246 miles. The road distance is 231 miles.

Q: How do I travel from California Polytechnic State University to Berkeley without a car?

The best way to get from California Polytechnic State University to Berkeley without a car is to bus which takes 5h 39m and costs $80 - $130.

Q: Train or bus from California Polytechnic State University to Berkeley?

The best way to get from California Polytechnic State University to Berkeley is to bus which takes 5h 39m and costs $80 - $130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $160 and takes 8h.

Q: Can I drive from California Polytechnic State University to Berkeley?

Yes, the driving distance between California Polytechnic State University to Berkeley is 231 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from California Polytechnic State University to Berkeley.

There are 4 ways to get from California Polytechnic State University to Berkeley by bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), car, plane, or subway

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

Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from San Luis Obispo Amtrak Bus Stop to Emeryvillebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 39m
$80–130
Fly, BART
cheapest
1. Fly from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane SBP - SFO
2. Take the subway from San Francisco International Airport to Downtown Berkeleysubway
4h 40m
$40–218
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Emeryvilletrain Coast Starlight
8h
$66–152
Drive 229.6 mi
1. Drive from California Polytechnic State University to Berkeleycar 229.6 mi
4h 2m
$42–61

California Polytechnic State University to Berkeley by foot and bus (Amtrak)

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5h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 244.8 mi
Duration: 5h 39m

What companies run services between California Polytechnic State University, CA, USA and Berkeley, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from San Luis Obispo Amtrak Bus Stop to Emeryville 4 times a day. Tickets cost $80–130 and the journey takes 5h 25m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from San Luis Obispo to Emeryville once daily. Tickets cost $65–150 and the journey takes 6h 26m.

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