What is the cheapest way to get from Oakland to Embarcadero Center?

The cheapest way to get from Oakland to Embarcadero Center is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Oakland to Embarcadero Center?

The fastest way to get from Oakland to Embarcadero Center is to BART which takes 15 min and costs $2 - $4.

Is there a direct ferry between Oakland and Embarcadero Center?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Oakland Ferry Terminal and arriving at San Francisco Ferry Building Gate E. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

Is there a direct train between Oakland and Embarcadero Center?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 12th Street / Oakland City Center and arriving at Embarcadero. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

How far is it from Oakland to Embarcadero Center?

The distance between Oakland and Embarcadero Center is 8 miles. The road distance is 9.7 miles.

How do I travel from Oakland to Embarcadero Center without a car?

The best way to get from Oakland to Embarcadero Center without a car is to BART which takes 15 min and costs $2 - $4.

How long does it take to get from Oakland to Embarcadero Center?

The BART from 12th Street / Oakland City Center to Embarcadero takes 11 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Oakland to Embarcadero Center train from?

Oakland to Embarcadero Center train services, operated by BART, depart from 12th Street / Oakland City Center station.

Where does the Oakland to Embarcadero Center train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Oakland to Embarcadero Center?

Yes, the driving distance between Oakland to Embarcadero Center is 10 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Oakland to Embarcadero Center.

Where can I stay near Embarcadero Center?

There are 824+ hotels available in Embarcadero Center.

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

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

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1. Take the subway from 12th Street / Oakland City Center to Embarcaderosubway Yellow-S / ...
15 min
$2–4
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Oakland Ferry Terminal to San Francisco Ferry Building Gate Eferry Oa
33 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Oakland to Embarcadero Centertaxi 9.6 mi
15 min
$35–50
Drive 9.6 mi
1. Drive from Oakland to Embarcadero Centercar 9.6 mi
15 min
$2–3

Oakland to Embarcadero Center by subway and foot

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Distance: 7.7 mi
Duration: 15 min

What companies run services between Oakland, CA, USA and Embarcadero Center, CA, USA?

BART operates a subway from 12th Street / Oakland City Center to Embarcadero every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2–4 and the journey takes 11 min. Alternatively, San Fransisco Bay Ferry operates a ferry from Oakland Ferry Terminal to San Francisco Ferry Building Gate E twice daily. Tickets cost $6–9 and the journey takes 25 min.

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