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

The cheapest way to get from Embarcadero to Richmond is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Embarcadero to Richmond is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $60 - $75.

Is there a direct ferry between Embarcadero and Richmond?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from San Francisco Ferry Building Gate E and arriving at Richmond Ferry Terminal. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Embarcadero and Richmond?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Embarcadero and arriving at Richmond. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Embarcadero to Richmond?

The distance between Embarcadero and Richmond is 10 miles. The road distance is 16.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Embarcadero to Richmond without a car is to ferry which takes 35 min and costs $8 - $11.

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

The ferry from San Francisco Ferry Building Gate E to Richmond Ferry Terminal takes 35 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Embarcadero to Richmond train from?

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

Where does the Embarcadero to Richmond train arrive?

Embarcadero to Richmond train services, operated by BART, arrive at Richmond station.

Can I drive from Embarcadero to Richmond?

Yes, the driving distance between Embarcadero to Richmond is 16 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Embarcadero to Richmond.

Where can I stay near Richmond?

There are 729+ hotels available in Richmond.

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

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

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from San Francisco Ferry Building Gate E to Richmond Ferry Terminalferry Rch
35 min
$8–11
Drive 16.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Embarcadero to Richmondcar 16.3 mi
21 min
$3–5
BART
1. Take the subway from Embarcadero to Richmondsubway Red-N
36 min
$4–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Embarcadero to Richmondtaxi 16.3 mi
21 min
$60–75

Embarcadero to Richmond by ferry

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Distance: 10.3 mi
Duration: 35 min

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

San Fransisco Bay Ferry operates a ferry from San Francisco Ferry Building Gate E to Richmond Ferry Terminal every 4 hours. Tickets cost $5–11 and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, BART operates a subway from Embarcadero to Richmond every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $4–7 and the journey takes 36 min.

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