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Most students agree that Berkeley’s extensive public transportation network makes it easy to survive without a car. Every Cal student is given an AC transit bus pass, which makes it easy to get around the university area. While buses run much less frequently at night, most buses come every 15-30 minutes during the day. This pass also gives students access to the Transbay (F) line, which goes to Emeryville and San Francisco every hour. For those willing to spend the few dollars on a BART ticket, getting across the bay is even easier. BART is an 80-mile-per-hour rail system that connects many points in the Bay Area, and comes every seven to fifteen minutes. Unlike the F line, whose only San Francisco stop is the Greyhound station, BART can take students to many places in the city. This makes it easy for students to work part-time in the city or just to go away for a nice dinner.

Because Berkeley is on a hill, many students prefer walking to riding a bike. Also, high theft rates and dismount zones add to the hassle of using bikes. Many students prefer to walk, describing the uphill trek to class as something just short of a workout.

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majal7

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology '15

4.6

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A Quality Public Transit System

Getting around the Bay Area is almost a nonexistent problem here at Berkeley. There are buses that get you around the town and to get from city to city, a system that is currently free of charge to university students. A night shuttle is available to those who need to travel from place to place during the late hours. The Bay Area Transit System (BART) is a relatively cheap way to get around all over the bay area quickly and efficiently, with a wonderful on-time percentage rate.

Apr 29, 2012

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aturull

Natural Resources Conservation '15

4.6

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BART>Cars

Public transportation is great in Berkeley! It also fairly easy to bike around Berkeley and adjoining cities. And to get to San Francisco, it is only a short BART ride away. Parking though can be hard to find, so I would recommend not having a car.

Apr 09, 2012

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calbears

Business Administration and Management '15

3.8

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Buses and Walking Are Your Best Option

The buses come by every 10-15 minutes, but are not always timely in their arrival. It is almost impossible to find a parking spot and I admire those who have the ability to drive in Berkeley. Students cross the street without watching out for cars, cross regardless of the traffic light's signals, etc.

Mar 29, 2012

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