What is the cheapest way to get from Alameda to China Basin?

The cheapest way to get from Alameda to China Basin is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Alameda to China Basin?

The fastest way to get from Alameda to China Basin is to BART which takes 8 min and costs $2 - $4.

Is there a direct ferry between Alameda and China Basin?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Oakland Ferry Terminal and arriving at San Francisco Ferry Building Gate G. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

Is there a direct train between Alameda and China Basin?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from West Oakland and arriving at Montgomery Street. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8 min.

How far is it from Alameda to China Basin?

The distance between Alameda and China Basin is 6 miles. The road distance is 13.1 miles.

How do I travel from Alameda to China Basin without a car?

The best way to get from Alameda to China Basin without a car is to BART which takes 8 min and costs $2 - $4.

How long does it take to get from Alameda to China Basin?

The BART from West Oakland to Montgomery Street takes 8 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Alameda to China Basin train from?

Alameda to China Basin train services, operated by BART, depart from West Oakland station.

Where does the Alameda to China Basin train arrive?

Alameda to China Basin train services, operated by BART, arrive at Montgomery Street station.

Can I drive from Alameda to China Basin?

Yes, the driving distance between Alameda to China Basin is 13 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Alameda to China Basin.

Where can I stay near China Basin?

There are 832+ hotels available in China Basin.

Alameda to China Basin - 5 ways to travel via BART, ferry, taxi, car, and tram

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There are 5 ways to get from Alameda to China Basin by subway, ferry, taxi, car, or tram

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BART
best
1. Take the subway from West Oakland to Montgomery Streetsubway Blue-S / ...
8 min
$2–4
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Oakland Ferry Terminal to San Francisco Ferry Building Gate Gferry Oa
25 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alameda to China Basintaxi 13 mi
21 min
$50–60
Drive 13 mi
1. Drive from Alameda to China Basincar 13 mi
21 min
$3–4
BART, tram
1. Take the subway from Lake Merritt to Montgomery Streetsubway Blue-S / ...
2. Take the tram from Metro Montgomery Station/Downtown to King St & 4th Sttram N
36 min
$5–6

Alameda to China Basin by subway

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Distance: 6.1 mi
Duration: 8 min

What companies run services between Alameda, Alameda County, CA, USA and China Basin, CA, USA?

BART operates a subway from West Oakland to Montgomery Street every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $2–4 and the journey takes 8 min. Alternatively, San Fransisco Bay Ferry operates a ferry from Oakland Ferry Terminal to San Francisco Ferry Building Gate G every 2 hours. Tickets cost $6–9 and the journey takes 25 min.

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