The cheapest and fastest buses from Fresno, CA to Berkeley, CA
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$60
Fastest journey
6 h 50 m
Average duration
6 h 50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
254 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Fresno, CA to Berkeley, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fresno, CA to Berkeley, CA will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
Of the 1 buses that leave Fresno, CA for Berkeley, CA on Sun, Mar 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 22 the direct buses cover the 254 km distance in an average of 6 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .
On Sun, Mar 22 the slowest buses will take 6 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Fresno, CA to Berkeley, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fresno, CA to Berkeley, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $50, and a flight costs an average of $173.
Distance: 157 miles (254 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$58 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest | $419 Average price |
8h 4m Average total duration 7h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Fresno, CA to Berkeley, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Fresno, CA to Berkeley, CA buses for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:55 PM Fresno, CA | 6h50 | 7:45 PM Berkeley, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Fresno, CA to Berkeley, CA
Buses from Fresno, CA to Berkeley, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:55, the last at 16:35. The fastest bus covers the 157 miles (254 km) distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 157 miles (254 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 50m |
First bus 03:55 |
Last bus 16:35 |
Cheapest month Oct |
Cheapest day Mon |
High season Jan - Mar |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Best day to book ahead 42 days |
FAQs: Bus from Fresno, CA to Berkeley, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fresno, CA to Berkeley, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Berkeley, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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