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How to get fromMountain View to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiaryby train, ferry, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Mountain View to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary by train, ferry, car, or taxi

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  1. Caltrain, ferry

    best
    1. Take the train from Mountain View Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain train Local Weekday / ...
    2. Take the ferry from Pier 33 to Alcatraz Islandferry ferry Alcatraz Day Tour / ...
    2h 16m
    $60–62

  2. Drive 40.3 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Mountain View to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiarycar car 40.3 mi
    49 min
    $8–11

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Mountain View to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiarytaxi taxi 40.3 mi
    49 min
    $140–180

Mountain View to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary by train, bus, ferry, and foot

Calendar211Weekly Services
Duration2h 16mAverage Duration
Ticket$60Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 40.8 mi
  • Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between Mountain View, Santa Clara County, CA, USA and Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Mountain View to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary. However, you can take the train to San Francisco Caltrain Northbound, walk to Townsend St & Lusk St, take the line 45 bus to Kearny St & Geary St, take the line 8 bus to Kearny St & North Point St, walk to Pier 33, take the ferry to Alcatraz Island, then walk to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary. Alternatively, you can drive from Mountain View to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary in around 49 min.

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