Bus Tickets from San Diego, CA to Berkeley, CA

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Next departures to Berkeley

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 4 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Santa Fe Depot
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: Berkeley
    Destination location: Berkeley Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Berkeley

Bus
Average PriceUS$106 - US$131Average Duration19h
18kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$81 - US$138Average Duration15h 15m
67kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from San Diego to Berkeley

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Berkeley. The journey takes about 15 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$81, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
15h 15mAverage Duration
US$81Cheapest ticket
67kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Diego to Berkeley: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$128
Average Bus Trip Duration19h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure3:50am
Distance738 km
Latest bus departure9:25pm

San Diego to Berkeley Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from San Diego to Berkeley, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Diego - Berkeley

  1. How long does it take to get to Berkeley from San Diego by bus?

    The trip from San Diego to Berkeley will take on average 19h. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 15h 35m.

  2. What is the distance between San Diego and Berkeley?

    It's about 740 km (459 miles) from San Diego to Berkeley.

  3. How much is the bus from San Diego to Berkeley?

    Taking the bus from San Diego to Berkeley costs on average US$128.

  4. Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from San Diego to Berkeley?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from San Diego until 9:25pm and reaching Berkeley on the following day.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego to Berkeley was searched and found on May 4, 2025 with a price of US$125

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Diego to Berkeley, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$125 to US$125 for a bus ticket from San Diego to Berkeley based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$125 which is on 2025-05-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from San Diego to Berkeley.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Diego to Berkeley, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from San Diego to Berkeley that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from San Diego to Berkeley, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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Train from San Diego to Berkeley

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