What is the cheapest way to get from Pier 39 to San Francisco Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Pier 39 to San Francisco Zoo is to bus which costs $2 and takes 1h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pier 39 to San Francisco Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Pier 39 to San Francisco Zoo is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $35 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Pier 39 and San Francisco Zoo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Beach St & Stockton St and arriving at Wawona/46th Ave /SF Zoo. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

Is there a direct train between Pier 39 and San Francisco Zoo?

No, there is no direct train from Pier 39 to San Francisco Zoo. However, there are services departing from Beach St & Stockton St and arriving at 47th Ave & Cutler Ave via Metro Embarcadero Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 16m.

How far is it from Pier 39 to San Francisco Zoo?

The distance between Pier 39 and San Francisco Zoo is 12 miles. The road distance is 10 miles.

How do I travel from Pier 39 to San Francisco Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Pier 39 to San Francisco Zoo without a car is to bus which takes 1h 6m and costs $2.

How long does it take to get from Pier 39 to San Francisco Zoo?

The bus from Beach St & Stockton St to Wawona/46th Ave /SF Zoo takes 52 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Pier 39 to San Francisco Zoo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pier 39 to San Francisco Zoo train from?

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

Where does the Pier 39 to San Francisco Zoo bus arrive?

Pier 39 to San Francisco Zoo bus services, operated by San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, arrive at Wawona/46th Ave /SF Zoo station.

Where does the Pier 39 to San Francisco Zoo train arrive?

Pier 39 to San Francisco Zoo train services, operated by San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, arrive at Don Chee Way/Steuart St station.

Can I drive from Pier 39 to San Francisco Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Pier 39 to San Francisco Zoo is 10 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Pier 39 to San Francisco Zoo.

Where can I stay near San Francisco Zoo?

There are 805+ hotels available in San Francisco Zoo.

Pier 39 to San Francisco Zoo - 4 ways to travel via bus, tram, taxi, and car

How to get fromPier 39 to San Francisco Zoo

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Pier 39 to San Francisco Zoo by bus, tram, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Beach St & Stockton St to Wawona/46th Ave /SF Zoobus Lowl
1h 6m
$2
Tram
1. Take the tram from Beach St & Stockton St to Don Chee Way/Steuart Sttram F
2. Take the tram from Metro Embarcadero Station to 47th Ave & Cutler Avetram L
1h 16m
$4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pier 39 to San Francisco Zootaxi 9.9 mi
20 min
$35–50
Drive 9.9 mi
1. Drive from Pier 39 to San Francisco Zoocar 9.9 mi
20 min
$2–3

Pier 39 to San Francisco Zoo by foot and bus

98Weekly Services

1h 6mAverage Duration

$2Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Pier 39 to San Francisco Zoo.

Launch map view

Distance: 11.7 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Pier 39, CA, USA and San Francisco Zoo, CA, USA?

San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency operates a bus from Beach St & Stockton St to Wawona/46th Ave /SF Zoo hourly. Tickets cost $2–3 and the journey takes 52 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Pier 39 to San Francisco Zoo via Beach St & Stockton St, Don Chee Way/Steuart St, Metro Embarcadero Station, and 47th Ave & Cutler Ave in around 1h 16m.

Train operators