What is the cheapest way to get from Embarcadero Center to San Francisco Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Embarcadero Center to San Francisco Zoo is to tram which costs $2 and takes 51 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Embarcadero Center to San Francisco Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Embarcadero Center to San Francisco Zoo is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Embarcadero Center and San Francisco Zoo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Market St & Drumm St and arriving at Wawona/46th Ave /SF Zoo. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

Is there a direct train between Embarcadero Center and San Francisco Zoo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Metro Embarcadero Station station and arriving at 47th Ave & Cutler Ave. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Embarcadero Center to San Francisco Zoo?

The distance between Embarcadero Center and San Francisco Zoo is 9 miles. The road distance is 9.1 miles.

How do I travel from Embarcadero Center to San Francisco Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Embarcadero Center to San Francisco Zoo without a car is to tram which takes 51 min and costs $2.

How long does it take to get from Embarcadero Center to San Francisco Zoo?

The tram from Metro Embarcadero Station to 47th Ave & Cutler Ave takes 35 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Embarcadero Center to San Francisco Zoo bus from?

Embarcadero Center to San Francisco Zoo bus services, operated by San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, depart from Market St & Drumm St station.

Where do I catch the Embarcadero Center to San Francisco Zoo train from?

Embarcadero Center to San Francisco Zoo train services, operated by San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, depart from Metro Embarcadero Station.

Where does the Embarcadero Center to San Francisco Zoo bus arrive?

Embarcadero Center to San Francisco Zoo bus services, operated by San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, arrive at Wawona/46th Ave /SF Zoo station.

Where does the Embarcadero Center to San Francisco Zoo train arrive?

Embarcadero Center to San Francisco Zoo train services, operated by San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, arrive at 47th Ave & Cutler Ave station.

Can I drive from Embarcadero Center to San Francisco Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Embarcadero Center to San Francisco Zoo is 9 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Embarcadero Center to San Francisco Zoo.

Where can I stay near San Francisco Zoo?

There are 801+ hotels available in San Francisco Zoo.

Embarcadero Center to San Francisco Zoo - 4 ways to travel via tram, and bus

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

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Tram
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1. Take the tram from Metro Embarcadero Station to 47th Ave & Cutler Avetram L
51 min
$2
Bus
1. Take the bus from Market St & Drumm St to Wawona/46th Ave /SF Zoobus Lowl
58 min
$2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Embarcadero Center to San Francisco Zootaxi 9.1 mi
18 min
$35–45
Drive 9.1 mi
1. Drive from Embarcadero Center to San Francisco Zoocar 9.1 mi
18 min
$2–3

Embarcadero Center to San Francisco Zoo by foot and tram

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Distance: 8.8 mi
Duration: 51 min

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

San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency operates a vehicle from Metro Embarcadero Station to 47th Ave & Cutler Ave every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2–3 and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency operates a bus from Market St & Drumm St to Wawona/46th Ave /SF Zoo hourly. Tickets cost $2–3 and the journey takes 42 min.

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