Berkeley

California

1
Destination

Find driving times and distances from Berkeley, USA to 1 destinations. Accurate drive times, mileage, and fuel costs for every trip.

Driving Times from Berkeley

1 destinations sorted by distance

Short Drives (under 3 hours) — 1 routes

San Francisco
14 miles
30 min

Nearby Cities

Tiburon (10 mi)San Francisco (10 mi)OAK (11 mi)Walnut Creek (12 mi)Sausalito (12 mi)Corte Madera (14 mi)

Routes to Berkeley

Palo Alto → BerkeleyIrvine → BerkeleyPasadena → BerkeleyRiverside → BerkeleySan Jose → Berkeley

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Berkeley from San Francisco?
Berkeley is approximately 14 miles from San Francisco, with a driving time of around 30 min. Drive times vary based on traffic and route chosen.
What cities are within 3 hours of Berkeley?
San Francisco is the only city within 3 hours of Berkeley. Browse the short drives section above for the full list.
How many driving routes are available from Berkeley?
Berkeley has 1 driving routes in our database, covering destinations across the US. Each route includes drive time, distance, gas cost, and the best times to travel.

How Far Is Berkeley from Major Cities?

Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Berkeley to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is San Francisco, roughly 15 miles away by road.

San Francisco~15 mi · 15 min
San Jose~50 mi · 45 min
Sacramento~80 mi · 1h 30m
Fresno~190 mi · 3h 15m
Los Angeles~415 mi · 7h 15m

Estimates assume typical highway speeds without extended stops; actual times vary with traffic and weather.

Nearest Major Airports to Berkeley

If part of the trip is by air, these are the closest major airports to Berkeley by road:

Oakland (OAK)~15 mi · 15 min
San Francisco (SFO)~20 mi · 15 min

Airport drive times are door-to-terminal estimates — add time for parking and security.

Driving from Berkeley: What to Know

Located in California in the West Coast, Berkeley is well positioned for road trips both short and long. For longer drives, plan a rest stop roughly every two hours, keep your tank above a quarter full, and aim to leave outside the morning and evening rush windows to save time. The main corridor for trips listed on this page is US-101, so check for construction or closures on that route before setting out.

All drive times on this page assume normal conditions. Gas cost estimates use a 30 MPG vehicle at current average fuel prices — a hybrid or EV can cut that cost roughly in half, and you can compare electric options on our EV trip pages.

Explore Routes from Berkeley

From Berkeley, you can drive to 3 different cities and attractions across the US. This page lists every available route sorted by distance, making it easy to find both nearby getaways and faraway adventures. Each destination card shows the driving distance and estimated travel time at a glance. Click through to any route for in-depth details on highway options, fuel expenses, rest stop suggestions, and real-time traffic considerations to help you plan the perfect trip.