What is the cheapest way to get from Embarcadero (Station) to Alcatraz?

The cheapest way to get from Embarcadero (Station) to Alcatraz is to taxi which costs $11 - $14 and takes 5 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Embarcadero (Station) to Alcatraz?

The fastest way to get from Embarcadero (Station) to Alcatraz is to taxi which takes 5 min and costs $11 - $14.

Is there a direct ferry between Embarcadero (Station) and Alcatraz?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Pier 33 and arriving at Alcatraz Island. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from Embarcadero (Station) to Alcatraz?

The distance between Embarcadero (Station) and Alcatraz is 3 miles.

How do I travel from Embarcadero (Station) to Alcatraz without a car?

The best way to get from Embarcadero (Station) to Alcatraz without a car is to ferry which takes 40 min and costs $48.

How long does it take to get from Embarcadero (Station) to Alcatraz?

The ferry from Pier 33 to Alcatraz Island takes 15 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where can I stay near Alcatraz?

There are 841+ hotels available in Alcatraz.

Embarcadero (Station) to Alcatraz - 4 ways to travel via ferry, bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Embarcadero (Station) to Alcatraz by ferry, bus, taxi, or tram

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Pier 33 to Alcatraz Islandferry Alcatraz Day Tour / ...
40 min
$48
Taxi
cheapest
1. Take the taxi from Embarcadero (Station) to Alcatraztaxi 2.1 mi
5 min
$11–14
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Market St & Beale St to The Embarcadero & Bay Stbus Lowl / ...
2. Take the ferry from Pier 33 to Alcatraz Islandferry Alcatraz Day Tour / ...
48 min
$50
Tram, ferry
1. Take the tram from Market St & Main St to The Embarcadero & Bay Sttram F
2. Take the ferry from Pier 33 to Alcatraz Islandferry Alcatraz Day Tour / ...
55 min
$50

Embarcadero (Station) to Alcatraz by bus, ferry, and foot

140Weekly Services

48 minAverage Duration

$50Cheapest Price

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Distance: 3 mi
Duration: 40 min

What companies run services between Embarcadero (Station), CA, USA and Alcatraz, CA, USA?

National Park Service operates a ferry from Pier 33 to Alcatraz Island hourly. Tickets cost $48 and the journey takes 15 min. Alcatraz Cruises also services this route hourly.

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