What is the cheapest way to get from Fairfield to Alcatraz?

The cheapest way to get from Fairfield to Alcatraz is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 55 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Fairfield to Alcatraz?

The fastest way to get from Fairfield to Alcatraz is to drive which takes 55 min and costs $8 - $13.

How far is it from Fairfield to Alcatraz?

The distance between Fairfield and Alcatraz is 60 miles. The road distance is 47.5 miles.

How do I travel from Fairfield to Alcatraz without a car?

The best way to get from Fairfield to Alcatraz without a car is to train and BART and ferry which takes 2h 42m and costs $65 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Fairfield to Alcatraz?

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Fairfield to Alcatraz, including transfers.

Can I drive from Fairfield to Alcatraz?

Yes, the driving distance between Fairfield to Alcatraz is 47 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Fairfield to Alcatraz.

Where can I stay near Alcatraz?

There are 844+ hotels available in Alcatraz.

Fairfield to Alcatraz - 5 ways to travel via train, BART, ferry, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Fairfield to Alcatraz by train, subway, ferry, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, BART, ferry
best
1. Take the train from Suisun-Fairfield to Richmondtrain
2. Take the subway from Richmond to Embarcaderosubway
3. Take the ferry from Pier 33 to Alcatraz Islandferry
2h 42m
$66–80
Drive 47.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Fairfield to Alcatrazcar 47.2 mi
55 min
$9–13
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Fairfield Transportation Center to San Francisco Ferry Buildingbus 82
2. Take the ferry from Pier 33 to Alcatraz Islandferry Alcatraz Day Tour / ...
2h 44m
$55
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Fairfield to Alcatraztaxi 47.2 mi
55 min
$170–210
Bus, ferry via Suisun City Bus Stop
1. Take the bus from Suisun City Bus Stop to San Francisco Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0870
2. Take the ferry from Pier 33 to Alcatraz Islandferry Alcatraz Day Tour / ...
2h 51m
$58–65

Fairfield to Alcatraz by train, subway, tram, ferry, and foot

97Weekly Services

2h 42mAverage Duration

$66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 59.8 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Fairfield, CA, USA and Alcatraz, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Fairfield to Alcatraz. However, you can take the train to Richmond, walk to Richmond, 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. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fairfield Transportation Center to Alcatraz via San Francisco Ferry Building, The Embarcadero & Washington St, The Embarcadero & Bay St, Pier 33, and Alcatraz Island in around 2h 44m.

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