What is the cheapest way to get from Isla Vista to Berkeley?

The cheapest way to get from Isla Vista to Berkeley is to bus via Santa Maria which costs $35 - $110 and takes 8h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Isla Vista to Berkeley?

The fastest way to get from Isla Vista to Berkeley is to fly which takes 3h 14m and costs $50 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Isla Vista and Berkeley?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at Emeryville. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Isla Vista to Berkeley?

The distance between Isla Vista and Berkeley is 296 miles. The road distance is 321.1 miles.

How do I travel from Isla Vista to Berkeley without a car?

The best way to get from Isla Vista to Berkeley without a car is to bus which takes 7h 45m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Isla Vista to Berkeley?

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Isla Vista to Berkeley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Isla Vista to Berkeley bus from?

Isla Vista to Berkeley bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Train, bus or fly from Isla Vista to Berkeley?

The best way to get from Isla Vista to Berkeley is to bus which takes 7h 45m and costs . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $50 - $360 and takes 3h 14m, you could also train, which costs $110 - $200 and takes 9h 25m.

Where does the Isla Vista to Berkeley bus arrive?

Isla Vista to Berkeley bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Emeryville station.

Can I drive from Isla Vista to Berkeley?

Yes, the driving distance between Isla Vista to Berkeley is 321 miles. It takes approximately 5h 51m to drive from Isla Vista to Berkeley.

Where can I stay near Berkeley?

There are 753+ hotels available in Berkeley.

Isla Vista to Berkeley - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, BART, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Isla Vista to Berkeley by plane, subway, bus (Amtrak), bus, train, car, bus (Flixbus), or train (Amtrak)

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

Fly to San Francisco International Airport, BART
best
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)SBA - SFO
2. Take the subway from San Francisco International Airport to Downtown Berkeley
3h 26m
$42–236
Bus via Santa Maria
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hollister & Cremona to Santa Maria Transit CenterMidday
2. Take the bus from Santa Maria to OaklandFlixBus 2005
8h 53m
$39–103
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to EmeryvilleAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 45m
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Paso Robles Amtrak StationAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to OaklandCoast Starlight
9h 18m
Drive 319.3 mi
1. Drive from Isla Vista to Berkeley319.3 mi
5h 51m
$59–85
Fly to Oakland International Airport
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)SBA - OAK
3h 14m
$54–359
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to EmeryvilleCoast Starlight
9h 25m
$119–198

Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) flights

33Weekly Planes

1h 17mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 294 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Isla Vista, CA, USA and Berkeley, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Emeryville 3 times a day, and the journey takes 7h 45m. Alternatively, Southwest Airlines flies from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Oakland International Airport (OAK) once daily.

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