Getting Around Berkeley
Whatever your preferred mode of transportation - planes, trains or automobiles - find yourself here!
Berkeley Airport information
Berkeley’s central location in the San Francisco Bay Area makes it a popular and convenient regional transportation hub. Three international airports to choose from – Oakland, San Francisco, and San Jose – offer Berkeley travelers a choice of gateways. With three BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) stations and direct connections to both Oakland International Airport and SFO, Berkeley will get you there, on time and in style. -Oakland International Aiport - 15 miles -San Francisco International Airport - 25 miles -San Jose International Airport - 45 miles
Berkeley Airport information
Berkeley BART - Bay Area Rapid Transit
BART operates three underground train stations in Berkeley: Downtown Berkeley, North Berkeley, and Ashby stations, providing transportation to/from San Francisco, Oakland, Walnut Creek, and more. Direct airport transfers from Oakland International Airport and San Francisco International Airport are available. Check bart.gov for current hours of operation.
Berkeley BART - Bay Area Rapid Transit
Berkeley AmTrak
Amtrak serves Berkeley with the San Joaquin (to Fresno and Bakersfield), and the Capitol Corridor (Sacramento to San Jose) routes. Both routes provide frequent departures daily from the Amtrak Berkeley station at University Avenue and Third Street, under the University Avenue overpass. Amtrak® San JoaquinsSM can also take you up and down the Valley between Bakersfield, the Bay Area and Sacramento. With 365 miles of track, 18 stations, and over 1.1 million annual riders, the San Joaquins is the 5th busiest Amtrak service. There are seven daily round-trips along the line as well as a new early morning express service from Fresno to Sacramento. Plus, Amtrak Thruway Bus service connects you to 13…
Berkeley AmTrak
Berkeley AC Transit
A modern bus system owned by the public of the East Bay region, AC Transit serves 13 cities throughout Alameda and Contra Costa counties, as well as downtown San Francisco, Foster City, and San Mateo. AC Transit's 364-square-mile service area includes 114 bus lines and approximately 5,600 stops; several bus lines serve Berkeley attractions and connecting transit systems.
Berkeley AC Transit
Berkeley Bear Transit - UC Berkeley
Bear Transit is the UC Berkeley shuttle system, servicing the campus and vicinity. Anyone can ride Bear Transit shuttles, which provide convenient transportation between campus, Downtown Berkeley BART, parking lots, and more.
Berkeley Bear Transit - UC Berkeley
Berkeley Zipcar
Zipcar is the world's largest car-sharing and car club service. We are an alternative to traditional car rental and car ownership providing on-demand access to drive cars by the hour or the day in cities, airports, and campuses around the globe.
Berkeley Zipcar
Berkeley GIG Car Share
GIG Car Share is changing the way people explore Northern California. Gig is easy, affordable, and eco-friendly car sharing in the Bay Area and Sacramento. Download the app, find a car, and go. No need to return your car to the same place you picked it up, just end your trip in the HomeZone (the place where you can begin and end Gig trips). Why Gig? -No membership fees -Free sign-up -Gas and insurance are included -Pick up a car here, drop it there, no need to return to the same place -Gig even pays for metered parking in the HomeZone!
Berkeley GIG Car Share
Berkeley Visitor Information @ Visit Berkeley
Berkeley's Visitor Information Center is located one block north of the Downtown Berkeley BART Station. The Visitor Information Center is your go-to resource for what to do, where to stay and dine, and how to get around town. Maps, visitors guides, tips and more!
Berkeley Visitor Information @ Visit Berkeley