What is the cheapest way to get from Pismo Beach to Berkeley?

The cheapest way to get from Pismo Beach to Berkeley is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pismo Beach to Berkeley?

The fastest way to get from Pismo Beach to Berkeley is to fly and BART which takes 2h 20m and costs $70 - $280.

Is there a direct bus between Pismo Beach and Berkeley?

No, there is no direct bus from Pismo Beach to Berkeley. However, there are services departing from James Way & Highland and arriving at Emeryville via Downtown Transit Center and San Luis Obispo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 59m.

How far is it from Pismo Beach to Berkeley?

The distance between Pismo Beach and Berkeley is 229 miles. The road distance is 242.5 miles.

How do I travel from Pismo Beach to Berkeley without a car?

The best way to get from Pismo Beach to Berkeley without a car is to bus which takes 7h 59m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Pismo Beach to Berkeley?

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Pismo Beach to Berkeley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pismo Beach to Berkeley bus from?

Pismo Beach to Berkeley bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Luis Obispo station.

Train or bus from Pismo Beach to Berkeley?

The best way to get from Pismo Beach to Berkeley is to bus which takes 7h 59m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $140 and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the Pismo Beach to Berkeley bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pismo Beach to Berkeley?

Yes, the driving distance between Pismo Beach to Berkeley is 242 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Pismo Beach to Berkeley.

Where can I stay near Berkeley?

There are 767+ hotels available in Berkeley.

Pismo Beach to Berkeley - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, BART, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Pismo Beach to Berkeley by plane, subway, bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), or car

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

Fly, BART
best
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
2h 20m
$71–271
Drive 241.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pismo Beach to Berkeleycar 241.1 mi
4h 13m
$44–64
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from San Luis Obispo to Emeryvillebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 59m
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Emeryvilletrain Coast Starlight
8h 50m
$58–134

San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) flights

22Weekly Planes

1h 12mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Pismo Beach to Berkeley.

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Distance: 227.8 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

What companies run services between Pismo Beach, CA, USA and Berkeley, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from San Luis Obispo to Emeryville 4 times a day, and the journey takes 5h 35m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from San Luis Obispo to Emeryville once daily. Tickets cost $55–130 and the journey takes 6h 26m.

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