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Los Angeles to Berkeley Coach Timetable
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Los Angeles to Berkeley?
There are usually 10 daily train trips from Los Angeles to Berkeley.
Coach | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price£49.52 | Avg. Price£79.81 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips10 |
Duration | Duration8h 10m | Duration12h 37m |
Coach from Los Angeles to Berkeley: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity coaches per day from Los Angeles to Berkeley. Traveling by coach from Los Angeles to Berkeley usually takes around 8 hours and 10 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US coach can make the trip in 7 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 347 mi (558 km) |
| Shortest duration | 7h 50m |
| Cheapest price | £44.62 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Coach lines | 1 |
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How much is a coach ticket from Los Angeles to Berkeley?
Bus tickets for a trip from Los Angeles to Berkeley cost £46.11 on average. While it’s a bit pricey for a bus ticket, it’s still significantly more cost-effective than flying. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Monthly average prices
Bus tickets from Los Angeles to Berkeley are at their cheapest average price in February. This time of year usually offers the best deals on bus tickets for this route, with ticket prices around £41. On the other hand, traveling on this route during July might cost you a bit more than usual. Bus tickets for July trips cost £56, on average. But no need to stress — booking your bus ticket in advance can help you snag cheaper tickets.
What coach companies travel from Los Angeles to Berkeley?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Los Angeles to Berkeley. FlixBus US connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 3 | 8h 10m | £59.18 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 3 trips per day from Los Angeles to Berkeley, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Los Angeles to Berkeley
The coach takes an average of 8 hours and 10 minutes to cover the 347 miles from Los Angeles to Berkeley. However, the fastest coach only takes 7 hours and 50 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Saturday is usually the day when coaches are busiest, as many travelers take the coach to enjoy the weekend in Berkeley. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first coach leaves at 10:00 and the last coach leaves at 11:00. To see the times for all coaches from Los Angeles to Berkeley, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled coaches that travel from Los Angeles to Berkeley every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Los Angeles to Berkeley without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Los Angeles to Berkeley; ticket prices start at £46.12.
City Information
Los Angeles
Los Angeles is the undisputed world capital of the entertainment business. Because of that, the City of Angels is where you will find some of the most iconic landmarks of the film and music industries, including the world-famous Walk of Fame and Dolby Theatre (home of the Academy Awards) on Hollywood Boulevard, the easily recognizable Capitol Records building at Hollywood & Vine, and the LA Live complex in Downtown Los Angeles.
The best part of LA is that it has something to offer for people of all interests: outdoor enthusiasts can hike up to the Hollywood sign, fashion aficionados can go shopping in Beverly Hills, art lovers can check out the prominent Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) in the Miracle Mile district, and those looking for a fun night out can go bar-hopping in West Hollywood. Are you a Pokémon GO addict? Well then this is the place for you because LA is the best city to catch the rarest Pokémon in the U.S.. And if you want to want to experience the famed golden coast of Southern California for yourself, head west to Santa Monica and Venice for a refreshing dip in the Pacific Ocean.
With one of the biggest airports on the West Coast and several bus and train stops across the county, Los Angeles makes it easy to travel elsewhere in California, visit the neighboring Nevada, Arizona and Mexico, or take a flight to pretty much any other part of the world.
Berkeley
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Berkeley is located on the eastern shore of the San Francisco Bay Area and is home to the popular University of California. It has an ethnically diverse community and numerous culinary and art attractions as a college city. Make the most of your trip with a visit to their unique museums, like the Phoebe A. Hearst Museum of Anthropology, the Berkely Art Museum, and the Pacific Film Archive.
The Lawrence Hall of Science offers a planetarium and hands-on exhibits for families. Berkeley is also home to gorgeous parks and green spaces, like the 2000-acre Tilden Regional Park and Adventure Playground. Berkeley is the center of entertainment in California, with the exciting nightlife attracting students and young professionals. Food is an important part of this city, as you can explore the ethnic restaurants and food trucks. Look out for shows held in the Greek Theatre, or explore their ever-growing craft beer scene. Downtown Berkeley is the entertainment district of this college city.
If you're visiting Berkeley, you can do so by train from 85 other cities or bus from 38 cities. The bus lines are provided by FlixBus, while Amtrak supplies most of the train routes. In the town, you can move around with public transit, with student-friendly prices.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Los Angeles?
Main departure station: Downtown - Vignes Lot
Los Angeles has two coach stations with service to Berkeley.
All coach stations in Los Angeles:
Downtown - Vignes Lot
592 Gayley Ave
Where does the coach arrive in Berkeley?
Main arrival station: UC Berkeley
All coaches from Los Angeles arrive at one main station in Berkeley.
Coach stations in Berkeley:
UC Berkeley
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