How to travel from Berkeley, CA to Los Angeles, CA

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Berkeley, CA to Los Angeles, CA

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Berkeley, CA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $89 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $89, while a flight costs an average of $115.

Distance: 346 miles (558 km)

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$115

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$89

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$95

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10h 34m

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1.7 - 3.3kg

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0.6 - 1.4kg

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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from Berkeley, CA to Los Angeles, CA

How to get from Berkeley, CA to Los Angeles, CA by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Berkeley, CA to Los Angeles, CA is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Greyhound
    12:40 PM9h30
    San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29
    10:10 PMLos Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA
    $571One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Greyhound
    12:40 PM9h30
    San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29
    10:10 PMLos Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA
    $571One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:35 AM7h30
    Oakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA
    8:05 AMLos Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore, CA
    $621One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Greyhound
    1:10 PM9h00
    Oakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA
    10:10 PMLos Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA
    $591One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:35 AM7h45
    Oakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA
    8:20 AMLos Angeles, Exposition Blvd / South Sepulveda Blvd, CA
    $621One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:35 AM8h15
    Oakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA
    8:50 AMLos Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA
    $621One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Berkeley, CA to Los Angeles, CA

Travel to Los Angeles, CA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Berkeley, CA to Los Angeles, CA.

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There are 3 options to travel between Berkeley, CA and Los Angeles, CA including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Berkeley, CA to Los Angeles, CA is a bus with an average price of $89.

This is compared to other travel options from Berkeley, CA to Los Angeles, CA:

A bus is $6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berkeley, CA to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $95.

A bus is $25 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berkeley, CA to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $115.

The fastest way to travel from Berkeley, CA to Los Angeles, CA is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 30m.

Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 30m.

Bus takes on average 10h 34m.

The distance from Berkeley, CA to Los Angeles, CA is approximately 346 miles (558 km).
The average frequency per day from Berkeley, CA to Los Angeles, CA is:
  • Around 104 flights per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Berkeley, CA and Los Angeles, CA as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Berkeley, CA to Los Angeles, CA:
  • Flights mostly depart from San Francisco International Airport and arrive in Los Angeles International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Berkeley Station, Berkeley, CA and arrive in Union Station, Los Angeles, CA.
  • Buses mostly depart from Oakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA and arrive in Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Berkeley, CA to Los Angeles, CA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Los Angeles, CA by bus.
  • Travel with Spirit Airlines, Alaska Airlines, United, skywest airlines, American Airlines to go to Los Angeles, CA by flight.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Los Angeles, CA by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Berkeley, CA to Los Angeles, CA with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 29 direct flights per day with Alaska Airlines, United, skywest airlines, American Airlines.
  • 0 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
Omio customers who travel from Berkeley, CA to Los Angeles, CA often also extend their vacation to go to San Diego, CA, San Francisco, CA, Las Vegas, NV, Tijuana, New York, NY. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Los Angeles, CA and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Los Angeles, CA to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Los Angeles, CA, you can explore Venice Beach Boardwalk with its eclectic shops and street performers, visit the historic El Capitan Theatre for a classic movie experience, or take a scenic hike in Runyon Canyon Park for panoramic city views. Enjoy a live performance at the Walt Disney Concert Hall, or discover unique exhibits at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County. Best sights include the Griffith Observatory for stunning city views and astronomy exhibits, The Getty Center for art and gardens, the historic Santa Monica Pier, the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) with its diverse collections.
To fully experience Los Angeles, CA, it's ideal to spend at least 3 to 5 days. This allows time to visit popular attractions like Hollywood, Santa Monica, and the Getty Center, while also exploring the city's diverse neighborhoods and cultural offerings.
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