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How to get fromBerkeley to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiaryby subway, tram, ferry, taxi, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Berkeley to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary by subway, tram, ferry, taxi, or car

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  1. BART, tram, ferry

    best
    1. Take the subway from Downtown Berkeley to Embarcaderosubway subway
    2. Take the tram from Market St & Main St to The Embarcadero & Bay Sttram tram F
    3. Take the ferry from Pier 33 to Alcatraz Islandferry ferry
    1h 29m
    $54–55

  2. Drive 14 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Berkeley to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiarycar car 14 mi
    23 min
    $3–4

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Berkeley to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiarytaxi taxi 14 mi
    23 min
    $50–65

Berkeley to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary by subway, tram, ferry, and foot

Calendar211Weekly Services
Duration1h 29mAverage Duration
Ticket$54Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 15.5 mi
  • Duration: 1h 29m

What companies run services between Berkeley, CA, USA and Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Berkeley to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary. However, you can take the subway to Embarcadero, walk to Market St & Main St, take the vehicle to The Embarcadero & Bay St, walk to Pier 33, take the ferry to Alcatraz Island, then walk to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary. Alternatively, you can then take the taxi to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary.

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