The cheapest and fastest buses from Fresno, CA to Berkeley, CA
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$36
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 $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 1 buses that leave Fresno, CA for Berkeley, CA on Sat, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 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 Sat, Jun 20 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.
12:55 PM6h50Fresno, CA7:45 PMBerkeley, CA$361One-way0 transfers
12:55 PM6h50Fresno, CA7:45 PMBerkeley, CA$361One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, 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 $49. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $49, and a flight costs an average of $246.
Distance: 157 miles (254 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$70 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest | $436 Average price | $37 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 42m Average total duration 7h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Fresno, CA to Berkeley, CA:
A train is $20 (€17) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Fresno, CA to Berkeley, CA costing on average $70 (€57).
A train is $386 (€316) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Fresno, CA to Berkeley, CA costing on average $436 (€357).
Other travel options to Berkeley, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 52m.
Bus takes on average 7h 12m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Fresno, CA to Berkeley, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Live departures
Fresno, CA to Berkeley, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Fresno, CA to Berkeley, CA buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. 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 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $36 (€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 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€30) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 50m |
First bus 3:55 AM |
Last bus 4:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 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.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Fresno, CA to Berkeley, CA
Most Fresno, CA to Berkeley, CA buses use the Fresno, Tulare St (Greyhound Station) to Oakland, West Oakland BART Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Fresno, CA and Berkeley, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Fresno, Tulare St (Greyhound Station) from Fresno city centre
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