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How to get fromAlcatraz to San Francisco Zooby ferry, tram, bus, taxi, or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Alcatraz to San Francisco Zoo by ferry, tram, bus, taxi, or car

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  1. Ferry, tram

    best
    1. Take the ferry from Alcatraz Island to Pier 33ferry ferry Alcatraz Day Tour / ...
    2. Take the tram from Metro Embarcadero Station to 47th Ave & Cutler Avetram tram L
    1h 39m
    $52

  2. Drive 9.9 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Alcatraz to San Francisco Zoocar car 9.9 mi
    20 min
    $2–3

  3. Ferry, bus

    1. Take the ferry from Alcatraz Island to Pier 33ferry ferry Alcatraz Day Tour / ...
    2. Take the bus from The Embarcadero & Bay St to Wawona/46th Ave /SF Zoobus bus Lowl
    2h 11m
    $50

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Alcatraz to San Francisco Zootaxi taxi 9.9 mi
    20 min
    $35–50

Alcatraz to San Francisco Zoo by foot, ferry, and tram

Calendar243Weekly Services
Duration1h 39mAverage Duration
Ticket$52Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 11.9 mi
  • Duration: 1h 39m

What companies run services between Alcatraz, CA, USA and San Francisco Zoo, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Alcatraz to San Francisco Zoo. However, you can walk to Alcatraz Island, take the ferry to Pier 33, walk to The Embarcadero & Bay St, take the vehicle to Don Chee Way/Steuart St, walk to Metro Embarcadero Station, take the vehicle to 47th Ave & Cutler Ave, then walk to San Francisco Zoo. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Alcatraz to San Francisco Zoo via Alcatraz Island, Pier 33, The Embarcadero & Bay St, and Wawona/46th Ave /SF Zoo in around 2h 11m.

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