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How to get from Walnut Creek to Lake Merritt by BART?

Walnut Creek to Lake Merritt - BART Schedule

The YELLOW BART from Walnut Creek to Lake Merritt runs from 4:55 AM to 12:04 AM, with departures every 10-20 min. The trip takes about 37 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Walnut Creek to Lake Merritt by BART

To get from Walnut Creek to Lake Merritt in Oakland, take the YELLOW BART from Walnut Creek station to 19th St. Oakland station. Next, take the ORANGE BART from 19th St. Oakland station to Lake Merritt station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 37 min. The ride fare is $4.60. The BART schedule from Walnut Creek may change. We recommend you check the updated BART schedule to Lake Merritt on the Moovit app.

37min$4.60
Walk to BART stationBART - YELLOW
BART - YELLOW
BART - ORANGE
BART - ORANGE
Walk to Lake Merritt
Leaves from Walnut Creek

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to BART station
    Walk to BART station
    Walnut Creek
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    BART - YELLOW
    Wait for BART
    YELLOW
    San Francisco International Airport
  • 3
    Ride to BART station
    Ride to BART station
    19th St. Oakland
    22 min
  • 4
    BART - ORANGE
    Wait for BART
    ORANGE
    OAK Airport / Berryessa/North San Jose
  • 5
    Ride to BART station
    Ride to BART station
    Lake Merritt
    ID 902109
    5 min
  • 6
    Walk to Lake Merritt
    Walk to
    Lake Merritt
    Madison Street
    110 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Walnut Creek to Lake Merritt

The distance between Walnut Creek, Oakland and Lake Merritt, Oakland is approximately 15.79 mi, which can typically be travelled in 37 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Walnut Creek to Lake Merritt by BART, so no matter how you choose to travel in Oakland – you will always have plenty of easy options.

BART schedule from Walnut Creek to Lake Merritt

To check the BART schedule from Walnut Creek to Lake Merritt using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Walnut Creek) and destination (Lake Merritt), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available BART routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each BART, 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 schedules.

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Walnut Creek to Lake Merritt?

    The fastest way takes 37 minutes, using BART line YELLOW, BART line ORANGE.

  • Is there a direct BART between Walnut Creek and Lake Merritt?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 BART lines in total. The total travelling time is 37 min.

  • Which BART line goes from Walnut Creek to Lake Merritt?

    The YELLOW BART line goes from Walnut Creek station near Walnut Creek in San Francisco - San Jose, CA to 19th St. Oakland station. From there you’ll have to take one BART line till 19th St. Oakland station near Lake Merritt in Oakland.

  • How long does it take to travel from Walnut Creek to Lake Merritt by BART?

    The total travel time between Walnut Creek in San Francisco - San Jose, CA and Lake Merritt in Oakland by BART is about 37 min.

  • Where do I get on the BART near Walnut Creek to get to Lake Merritt?

    Get on the YELLOW BART from the Walnut Creek station near Walnut Creek in San Francisco - San Jose, CA.

  • Where do I get off the BART when travelling between Walnut Creek and Lake Merritt?

    Get off the BART at the 19th St. Oakland station, which is closest to Lake Merritt in Oakland.

  • How much is the BART fare from Walnut Creek to Lake Merritt?

    The ride from Walnut Creek to Lake Merritt costs $4.60.