What is the cheapest way to get from Alameda to South San Francisco?

The cheapest way to get from Alameda to South San Francisco is to drive which costs $4 - $6 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Alameda to South San Francisco?

The fastest way to get from Alameda to South San Francisco is to drive which takes 31 min and costs $4 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Alameda and South San Francisco?

No, there is no direct bus from Alameda to South San Francisco. However, there are services departing from Mission St & 1st St and arriving at Airport Blvd & E Grand Ave via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct ferry between Alameda and South San Francisco?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Oakland Ferry Terminal and arriving at South San Francisco Ferry Terminal. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

Is there a direct train between Alameda and South San Francisco?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 12th Street / Oakland City Center and arriving at San Bruno. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Alameda to South San Francisco?

The distance between Alameda and South San Francisco is 14 miles. The road distance is 21.9 miles.

How do I travel from Alameda to South San Francisco without a car?

The best way to get from Alameda to South San Francisco without a car is to ferry which takes 40 min and costs $9 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Alameda to South San Francisco?

The ferry from Oakland Ferry Terminal to South San Francisco Ferry Terminal takes 40 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Alameda to South San Francisco bus from?

Alameda to South San Francisco bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from Mission St & 1st St station.

Where do I catch the Alameda to South San Francisco train from?

Alameda to South San Francisco train services, operated by BART, depart from 12th Street / Oakland City Center station.

Where does the Alameda to South San Francisco bus arrive?

Alameda to South San Francisco bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at Airport Blvd & E Grand Ave station.

Where does the Alameda to South San Francisco train arrive?

Alameda to South San Francisco train services, operated by BART, arrive at San Bruno station.

Can I drive from Alameda to South San Francisco?

Yes, the driving distance between Alameda to South San Francisco is 22 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Alameda to South San Francisco.

Where can I stay near South San Francisco?

There are 831+ hotels available in South San Francisco.

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There are 5 ways to get from Alameda to South San Francisco by ferry, subway, bus, car, or taxi

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Oakland Ferry Terminal to South San Francisco Ferry Terminalferry Ssf
40 min
$9–12
BART
cheapest
1. Take the subway from 12th Street / Oakland City Center to San Brunosubway Yellow-S / ...
40 min
$4–7
Line 292 bus
1. Take the bus from Mission St & 1st St to Airport Blvd & E Grand Avebus 292 / ...
1h 10m
$5–6
Drive 21.8 mi
1. Drive from Alameda to South San Franciscocar 21.8 mi
31 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alameda to South San Franciscotaxi 21.8 mi
31 min
$80–100

Alameda to South San Francisco by ferry

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Distance: 13.9 mi
Duration: 40 min

What companies run services between Alameda, Alameda County, CA, USA and South San Francisco, CA, USA?

San Fransisco Bay Ferry operates a ferry from Oakland Ferry Terminal to South San Francisco Ferry Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost $9–12 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, BART operates a subway from 12th Street / Oakland City Center to San Bruno every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $4–7 and the journey takes 40 min.

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