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

The cheapest way to get from Montecito to Berkeley is to drive which costs $55 - $90 and takes 5h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Montecito to Berkeley is to line 14 bus and fly and BART which takes 4h 47m and costs $50 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Montecito and Berkeley?

No, there is no direct bus from Montecito to Berkeley. However, there are services departing from East Valley & San Ysidro and arriving at Emeryville via Transit Center and Santa Barbara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 31m.

How far is it from Montecito to Berkeley?

The distance between Montecito and Berkeley is 308 miles. The road distance is 325.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Montecito to Berkeley without a car is to train which takes 9h 16m and costs $85 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Montecito to Berkeley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Montecito to Berkeley bus from?

Montecito to Berkeley bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Train or bus from Montecito to Berkeley?

The best way to get from Montecito to Berkeley is to train which takes 9h 16m and costs $85 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus via West Oakland, which costs $50 - $150 and takes 9h 52m.

Where does the Montecito to Berkeley bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Montecito to Berkeley?

Yes, the driving distance between Montecito to Berkeley is 326 miles. It takes approximately 5h 53m to drive from Montecito to Berkeley.

Where can I stay near Berkeley?

There are 780+ hotels available in Berkeley.

Montecito to Berkeley - 6 ways to travel via train, line 14 bus, plane

There are 6 ways to get from Montecito to Berkeley by bus, plane, subway, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, or bus (Amtrak)

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

Line 14 bus, fly to San Francisco International Airport, BART
best
1. Take the bus from East Valley & San Ysidro to Transit Center
2. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)SBA - SFO
3. Take the subway from San Francisco International Airport to Downtown Berkeley
4h 59m
$42–228
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to EmeryvilleCoast Starlight
9h 16m
$85–153
Bus via West Oakland (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to OaklandFlixBus 2005
9h 52m
$52–146
Drive 324.1 mi
1. Drive from Montecito to Berkeley324.1 mi
5h 53m
$60–86
Line 14 bus, fly to Oakland International Airport, BART
1. Take the bus from East Valley & San Ysidro to Transit Center
2. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)SBA - OAK
3. Take the subway from Coliseum to Downtown Berkeley
4h 47m
$54–341
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to EmeryvilleAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
10h 31m

Montecito to Berkeley by bus and subway (Flixbus)

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9h 52mAverage Duration

$52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 306.5 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Santa Barbara to Emeryville once daily. Tickets cost $65–130 and the journey takes 9h 10m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Oakland once daily. Tickets cost $50–140 and the journey takes 6h 50m.

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