What is the cheapest way to get from Alameda to San Francisco Ferry Building (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Alameda to San Francisco Ferry Building (Station) is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Alameda to San Francisco Ferry Building (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Alameda to San Francisco Ferry Building (Station) is to BART which takes 11 min and costs $2 - $4.

Is there a direct ferry between Alameda and San Francisco Ferry Building (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Alameda Seaplane Lagoon Ferry Terminal and arriving at San Francisco Ferry Building Gate F. Services depart every three hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

Is there a direct train between Alameda and San Francisco Ferry Building (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from West Oakland and arriving at Embarcadero. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6 min.

How far is it from Alameda to San Francisco Ferry Building (Station)?

The distance between Alameda and San Francisco Ferry Building (Station) is 6 miles. The road distance is 13 miles.

How long does it take to get from Alameda to San Francisco Ferry Building (Station)?

The BART from West Oakland to Embarcadero takes 6 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Alameda to San Francisco Ferry Building (Station) train from?

Alameda to San Francisco Ferry Building (Station) train services, operated by BART, depart from West Oakland station.

Can I drive from Alameda to San Francisco Ferry Building (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Alameda to San Francisco Ferry Building (Station) is 13 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Alameda to San Francisco Ferry Building (Station).

Where can I stay near San Francisco Ferry Building (Station)?

There are 828+ hotels available in San Francisco Ferry Building (Station).

Alameda to San Francisco Ferry Building (Station)

Q: How do I travel from Alameda to San Francisco Ferry Building (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Alameda to San Francisco Ferry Building (Station) without a car is to BART which takes 11 min and costs $2 - $4.

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There are 5 ways to get from Alameda to San Francisco Ferry Building (Station) by subway, ferry, taxi, or car

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BART
best
1. Take the subway from West Oakland to Embarcaderosubway Blue-S / ...
11 min
$2–4
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Alameda Seaplane Lagoon Ferry Terminal to San Francisco Ferry Building Gate Fferry Sea
26 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alameda to San Francisco Ferry Building (Station)taxi 12.9 mi
21 min
$50–60
Drive 12.9 mi
1. Drive from Alameda to San Francisco Ferry Building (Station)car 12.9 mi
21 min
$3–4
BART via Lake Merritt
1. Take the subway from Lake Merritt to Embarcaderosubway Blue-S / ...
17 min
$2–4

Alameda to San Francisco Ferry Building (Station) by subway and foot

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Distance: 6.1 mi
Duration: 11 min

What companies run services between Alameda, Alameda County, CA, USA and San Francisco Ferry Building (Station), CA, USA?

BART operates a subway from West Oakland to Embarcadero every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $2–4 and the journey takes 6 min. Alternatively, San Fransisco Bay Ferry operates a ferry from Alameda Seaplane Lagoon Ferry Terminal to San Francisco Ferry Building Gate F every 3 hours. Tickets cost $5–9 and the journey takes 20 min.

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