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How to Travel from

Berkeley to Santa Cruz

by Rideshare, Route or Car

Berkeley
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Santa Cruz
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Transport providers

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to San
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.92–$11.46

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Berkeley Amtrak to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$8.92–$76.43
Bus from Diridon Station to Front
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Downtown Berkeley to Berryessa
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$7.64–$10.83
Train from Downtown Berkeley to Millbrae
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$11.46–$14.01

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Berkeley to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.92–$45.86

Santa Cruz Metro

Phone:
+1 (831) 425-8600
Website:
scmtd.com/en/
Bus from Diridon Station to Front
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.29–$8.28
Bus from Diridon Station to Water
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.29–$8.28

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Berkeley to Santa Cruz?

The cheapest way to get from Berkeley to Santa Cruz is to BART and bus which costs $9.24 - $21.74 and takes 2h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Berkeley to Santa Cruz?

The fastest way to get from Berkeley to Santa Cruz is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs $13.04 - $19.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Berkeley and Santa Cruz?

No, there is no direct bus from Berkeley to Santa Cruz. However, there are services departing from Berkeley and arriving at Front via Diridon Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Berkeley to Santa Cruz?

The distance between Berkeley and Santa Cruz is 134 km. The road distance is 121.1 km.

How do I travel from Berkeley to Santa Cruz without a car?

The best way to get from Berkeley to Santa Cruz without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 48m and costs $9.78 - $76.09 .

How long does it take to get from Berkeley to Santa Cruz?

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Berkeley to Santa Cruz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Berkeley to Santa Cruz bus from?

Berkeley to Santa Cruz bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Berkeley station.

Train, bus or fly from Berkeley to Santa Cruz?

The best way to get from Berkeley to Santa Cruz is to bus which takes 3h 9m and costs $9.78 - $45.65 . There are no good options to train or fly between Berkeley to Santa Cruz.

Where does the Berkeley to Santa Cruz bus arrive?

Berkeley to Santa Cruz bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at San Jose Diridon Station.

Can I drive from Berkeley to Santa Cruz?

Yes, the driving distance between Berkeley to Santa Cruz is 121 km. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Berkeley to Santa Cruz.

Where can I stay near Santa Cruz?

There are 117+ hotels available in Santa Cruz. Prices start at $70.99 per night.
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