What is the cheapest way to get from Pier 39 to Embarcadero Center?

The cheapest way to get from Pier 39 to Embarcadero Center is to bus which costs $2 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Pier 39 to Embarcadero Center?

The fastest way to get from Pier 39 to Embarcadero Center is to taxi which takes 3 min and costs $9 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Pier 39 and Embarcadero Center?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from North Point St & Stockton St and arriving at Battery St & Sacramento St. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 8 min.

Is there a direct train between Pier 39 and Embarcadero Center?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Beach St & Stockton St and arriving at The Embarcadero & Washington St. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

How far is it from Pier 39 to Embarcadero Center?

The distance between Pier 39 and Embarcadero Center is 2 miles.

How do I travel from Pier 39 to Embarcadero Center without a car?

The best way to get from Pier 39 to Embarcadero Center without a car is to line 172 bus which takes 14 min and costs $4 - $7.

How long does it take to get from Pier 39 to Embarcadero Center?

The line 172 bus from North Point St & Stockton St to Battery St & Sacramento St takes 8 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Pier 39 to Embarcadero Center bus from?

Pier 39 to Embarcadero Center bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, depart from North Point St & Stockton St station.

Where do I catch the Pier 39 to Embarcadero Center train from?

Pier 39 to Embarcadero Center train services, operated by San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, depart from Beach St & Stockton St station.

Where does the Pier 39 to Embarcadero Center bus arrive?

Pier 39 to Embarcadero Center bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, arrive at Battery St & Sacramento St station.

Where does the Pier 39 to Embarcadero Center train arrive?

Pier 39 to Embarcadero Center train services, operated by San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, arrive at The Embarcadero & Washington St station.

Where can I stay near Embarcadero Center?

There are 832+ hotels available in Embarcadero Center.

Pier 39 to Embarcadero Center - 6 ways to travel via line 172 bus, bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Pier 39 to Embarcadero Center by bus, tram, taxi, or foot

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Line 172 bus
best
1. Take the bus from North Point St & Stockton St to Battery St & Sacramento Stbus 114 / ...
14 min
$4–7
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Beach St & Stockton St to The Embarcadero & Washington Stbus Fbus / ...
14 min
$2
Tram via The Embarcadero & Washington St
1. Take the tram from Beach St & Stockton St to The Embarcadero & Washington Sttram F
18 min
$2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pier 39 to Embarcadero Centertaxi 1.5 mi
3 min
$9–11
Tram
1. Take the tram from Beach St & Stockton St to Market St & Drumm Sttram F
21 min
$2
Walk
1. Take the foot from Pier 39 to Embarcadero Centerwalk 1.3 mi
24 min

Pier 39 to Embarcadero Center by foot and bus

160Weekly Services

14 minAverage Duration

$4Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1.6 mi
Duration: 14 min

What companies run services between Pier 39, CA, USA and Embarcadero Center, CA, USA?

Golden Gate Transit operates a bus from North Point St & Stockton St to Battery St & Sacramento St hourly. Tickets cost $4–7 and the journey takes 8 min. Alternatively, San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency operates a vehicle from Beach St & Stockton St to The Embarcadero & Washington St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $2 and the journey takes 11 min.

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