Bus Tickets from San Jose, CA to Berkeley, CA

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Berkeley

Average PriceUS$16 - US$16Average Duration3h 9m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$21 - US$21Average Duration1h 20m
6kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from San Jose to Berkeley

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Berkeley. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day
1h 20mAverage Duration
US$21Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Jose to Berkeley: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$16
Average Bus Trip Duration3h 9m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure4:30am
Distance69 km

San Jose to Berkeley Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Jose - Berkeley

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

    The trip from San Jose to Berkeley will take on average 3h 9m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 2h 55m.

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

    The distance between San Jose and Berkeley is around 69 km (43 miles).

  3. What is the cheapest way to travel from San Jose to Berkeley?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Berkeley from San Jose; it tends to be more affordable. With a starting ticket price of US$16, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  4. How much is the bus from San Jose to Berkeley?

    Taking the bus from San Jose to Berkeley costs on average US$16.

  5. Can you take a day trip from San Jose to Berkeley?

    Yes, a day trip from San Jose to Berkeley is definitely doable. You can expect the round-trip to take approximately 5h 50m in total travel time. Before booking, make sure to check the departure and arrival times to ensure you'll have enough time to explore Berkeley.

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Bus Travel Tips

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

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Jose to Berkeley will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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!

What's the cheapest way to go from San Jose to Berkeley?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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