How to get from Stanford University to Berkeley by BART and bus?

From Stanford University to Berkeley by BART and bus

To get from Stanford University to Berkeley in San Francisco - San Jose, CA, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one BART line: take the DB bus from Stanford Oval station to Union City BART station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ORANGE BART and finally take the 51B bus from Shattuck Av & Allston Way station to College at Haste station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 8 min. The ride fare is $11.30. The BART and bus schedule from Stanford University may change. We recommend you check the updated BART and bus schedule to Berkeley on the Moovit app.

128min$11.30

51B

Leaves from Stanford Oval

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
Stanford Oval
ID 55432
370 yd • 5 min
2
DB
Wait for bus
DB
To Union City BART
3
Ride to bus station
Union City BART
ID place_UBBA
47 min
4
Walk to BART station
Union City
20 yd • 1 min
5

Wait for BART
ORANGE
OAK Airport / Richmond
6
Ride to BART station
Downtown Berkeley
43 min
7
Walk to bus station
Shattuck Av & Allston Way
ID 55555
20 yd • 1 min
8
51B
Wait for bus
51B
Rockridge BART
9
Ride to bus station
College at Haste
7 min
10
Walk to
Berkeley
10 yd • 1 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Stanford University to Berkeley by BART and bus via DB, ORANGE and R

To get from Stanford University to Berkeley in San Francisco - San Jose, CA, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one BART line: take the DB bus from Stanford Oval station to Union City BART station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ORANGE BART and finally take the R bus from Downtown Berkeley BART - Shattuck Ave & Allston Way station to Unit 1 Residence Hall - Channing Way & College Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 8 min. The BART and bus schedule from Stanford University may change. We recommend you check the updated BART and bus schedule to Berkeley on the Moovit app.

128min

Leaves from Stanford Oval

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
Stanford Oval
ID 55432
370 yd • 5 min
2
DB
Wait for bus
DB
To Union City BART
3
Ride to bus station
Union City BART
ID place_UBBA
47 min
4
Walk to BART station
Union City
20 yd • 1 min
5

Wait for BART
ORANGE
OAK Airport / Richmond
6
Ride to BART station
Downtown Berkeley
43 min
7
Walk to bus station
Downtown Berkeley BART - Shattuck Ave & Allston Way
ID 40
40 yd • 1 min
8
R
Wait for bus
R
Haas/Memorial Stadium - Piedmont Ave & Optometry Ln (Arrival)
9
Ride to bus station
Unit 1 Residence Hall - Channing Way & College Ave
ID 46
7 min
10
Walk to
Berkeley
120 yd • 2 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Public transit directions from Stanford University to Berkeley

The distance between Stanford University, San Francisco - San Jose, CA and Berkeley, San Francisco - San Jose, CA is approximately 43.33 mi, which can typically be travelled in 128 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Stanford University to Berkeley by BART and bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in San Francisco - San Jose, CA – you will always have plenty of easy options.

BART And Bus schedule from Stanford University to Berkeley

To check the BART and bus schedule from Stanford University to Berkeley using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Stanford University) and destination (Berkeley), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available BART and bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each BART and bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest BART and bus schedules.

Alternative route from Stanford University to Berkeley by BART and bus via DB, ORANGE and R

To get from Stanford University to Berkeley in San Francisco - San Jose, CA, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one BART line: take the DB bus from Stanford Oval station to Union City BART station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ORANGE BART and finally take the R bus from Downtown Berkeley BART - Shattuck Ave & Allston Way station to Unit 1 Residence Hall - Channing Way & College Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 8 min. The BART and bus schedule from Stanford University may change. We recommend you check the updated BART and bus schedule to Berkeley on the Moovit app.

128min

Leaves from Stanford Oval

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
Stanford Oval
ID 55432
370 yd • 5 min
2
DB
Wait for bus
DB
To Union City BART
3
Ride to bus station
Union City BART
ID place_UBBA
47 min
4
Walk to BART station
Union City
20 yd • 1 min
5

Wait for BART
ORANGE
OAK Airport / Richmond
6
Ride to BART station
Downtown Berkeley
43 min
7
Walk to bus station
Downtown Berkeley BART - Shattuck Ave & Allston Way
ID 40
40 yd • 1 min
8
R
Wait for bus
R
Haas/Memorial Stadium - Piedmont Ave & Optometry Ln (Arrival)
9
Ride to bus station
Unit 1 Residence Hall - Channing Way & College Ave
ID 46
7 min
10
Walk to
Berkeley
120 yd • 2 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

What is the fastest way to get from Stanford University to Berkeley?
The fastest way takes 128 minutes, using Bus line DB, BART line ORANGE, Bus line 51B.
What is the alternative route to get from Stanford University to Berkeley?
The alternative route takes 128 minutes, using Bus line DB, BART line ORANGE, Bus line R.
Is there a direct bus between Stanford University and Berkeley?
No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one BART line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 8 min.
Which bus line goes from Stanford University to Berkeley?
The DB bus line goes from Stanford Oval station near Stanford University in Stanford to To Union City BART station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one BART line till To Union City BART station near Berkeley in San Francisco - San Jose, CA.
How long does it take to travel from Stanford University to Berkeley by bus and BART?
The total travel time between Stanford University in Stanford and Berkeley in San Francisco - San Jose, CA by bus and BART is about 2 hr 8 min.
Where do I get on the bus near Stanford University to get to Berkeley?
Get on the DB bus from the Stanford Oval stop near Stanford University in Stanford.
Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Stanford University and Berkeley?
Get off the bus at the To Union City BART stop, which is closest to Berkeley in San Francisco - San Jose, CA.
How much is the total bus and BART fare from Stanford University to Berkeley?
The ride from Stanford University to Berkeley costs $11.30.

Last updated on February 28, 2026

How to get from Stanford University to Berkeley by BART and bus?

From Stanford University to Berkeley by BART and bus

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