What is the cheapest way to get from Embarcadero to Alameda?

The cheapest way to get from Embarcadero to Alameda is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Embarcadero to Alameda?

The fastest way to get from Embarcadero to Alameda is to BART which takes 6 min and costs $2 - $4.

Is there a direct ferry between Embarcadero and Alameda?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from San Francisco Ferry Building Gate F and arriving at Alameda Seaplane Lagoon Ferry Terminal. Services depart every two hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

Is there a direct train between Embarcadero and Alameda?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Embarcadero and arriving at West Oakland. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6 min.

How far is it from Embarcadero to Alameda?

The distance between Embarcadero and Alameda is 6 miles. The road distance is 12.8 miles.

How do I travel from Embarcadero to Alameda without a car?

The best way to get from Embarcadero to Alameda without a car is to BART which takes 6 min and costs $2 - $4.

How long does it take to get from Embarcadero to Alameda?

The BART from Embarcadero to West Oakland takes 6 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Embarcadero to Alameda train from?

Embarcadero to Alameda train services, operated by BART, depart from Embarcadero station.

Where does the Embarcadero to Alameda train arrive?

Embarcadero to Alameda train services, operated by BART, arrive at West Oakland station.

Can I drive from Embarcadero to Alameda?

Yes, the driving distance between Embarcadero to Alameda is 13 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Embarcadero to Alameda.

Where can I stay near Alameda?

There are 805+ hotels available in Alameda.

Embarcadero to Alameda - 4 ways to travel via BART, ferry, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Embarcadero to Alameda by subway, ferry, taxi, or car

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BART
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1. Take the subway from Embarcadero to West Oaklandsubway Blue-N / ...
6 min
$2–4
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from San Francisco Ferry Building Gate F to Alameda Seaplane Lagoon Ferry Terminalferry Sea
20 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Embarcadero to Alamedataxi 12.7 mi
20 min
$45–60
Drive 12.7 mi
1. Drive from Embarcadero to Alamedacar 12.7 mi
20 min
$3–4

Embarcadero to Alameda by subway

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Distance: 5.8 mi
Duration: 6 min

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

BART operates a subway from Embarcadero to West Oakland every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $2–4 and the journey takes 6 min. Alternatively, San Fransisco Bay Ferry operates a ferry from San Francisco Ferry Building Gate F to Alameda Seaplane Lagoon Ferry Terminal every 2 hours. Tickets cost $5–9 and the journey takes 20 min.

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