How to get from Berkeley to Union Square by BART and bus?

Berkeley to Union Square - Bus Schedule

The 51B bus from Berkeley to Union Square runs from 12:07 AM to 11:47 PM, with departures every 20 min-5 hr 10 min. The trip takes about 49 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Berkeley to Union Square by BART and bus

To get from Berkeley to Union Square in Downton/Civic Center, take the 51B bus from College at Haste station to Shattuck Sq & Center St (Downtown Berkeley BART) station. Next, take the RED BART from Downtown Berkeley station to Powell Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 49 min. The ride fare is $7.55. The BART and bus schedule from Berkeley may change. We recommend you check the updated BART and bus schedule to Union Square on the Moovit app.

49min$7.55
Bus - 51B51B
BART - RED
BART - RED
Walk to Union Square
Leaves from College at Haste

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Berkeley
  • 2
    Bus - 51B51B
    Wait for bus
    51B
    Berkeley Amtrak
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Shattuck Sq & Center St (Downtown Berkeley BART)
    ID 55559
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to BART station
    Walk to BART station
    Downtown Berkeley
    ID 904209
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    BART - RED
    Wait for BART
    RED
    SF / SFO Airport / Millbrae
  • 6
    Ride to BART station
    Ride to BART station
    Powell Street
    27 min
  • 7
    Walk to Union Square
    Walk to
    Union Square
    550 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Berkeley to Union Square

The distance between Berkeley, Downton/Civic Center and Union Square, Downton/Civic Center is approximately 14.48 mi, which can typically be travelled in 49 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Berkeley to Union Square by BART and bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Downton/Civic Center – you will always have plenty of easy options.

BART And Bus schedule from Berkeley to Union Square

To check the BART and bus schedule from Berkeley to Union Square using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Berkeley) and destination (Union Square), 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.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Berkeley to Union Square?

    The fastest way takes 49 minutes, using Bus line 51B, BART line RED.

  • Is there a direct bus between Berkeley and Union Square?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one BART line in total. The total travelling time is 49 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Berkeley to Union Square?

    The 51B bus line goes from Shattuck Sq & Center St (Downtown Berkeley BART) station near Berkeley in San Francisco - San Jose, CA to Powell Street station. From there you’ll have to take one BART line till Powell Street station near Union Square in Downton/Civic Center.

  • How long does it take to travel from Berkeley to Union Square by bus and BART?

    The total travel time between Berkeley in San Francisco - San Jose, CA and Union Square in Downton/Civic Center by bus and BART is about 49 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Berkeley to get to Union Square?

    Get on the 51B bus from the Shattuck Sq & Center St (Downtown Berkeley BART) stop near Berkeley in San Francisco - San Jose, CA.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Berkeley and Union Square?

    Get off the bus at the Powell Street station, which is closest to Union Square in Downton/Civic Center.

  • When is the first BART from Berkeley to Union Square?

    The first BART from Berkeley in San Francisco - San Jose, CA to Union Square in Downton/Civic Center is Richmond - Millbrae. It leaves the Downtown Berkeley station at 10:04 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Berkeley to Union Square?

    The ride from Berkeley to Union Square costs $7.55.

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