What is the cheapest way to get from Powell Street to Alcatraz?

The cheapest way to get from Powell Street to Alcatraz is to taxi which costs $12 - $15 and takes 6 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Powell Street to Alcatraz?

The fastest way to get from Powell Street to Alcatraz is to taxi which takes 6 min and costs $12 - $15.

How far is it from Powell Street to Alcatraz?

The distance between Powell Street and Alcatraz is 5 miles.

How do I travel from Powell Street to Alcatraz without a car?

The best way to get from Powell Street to Alcatraz without a car is to bus and ferry which takes 53 min and costs $50.

How long does it take to get from Powell Street to Alcatraz?

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Powell Street to Alcatraz, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Alcatraz?

There are 791+ hotels available in Alcatraz.

Powell Street to Alcatraz - 3 ways to travel via bus, ferry, tram, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Powell Street to Alcatraz by bus, ferry, tram, or taxi

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Bus, ferry
best
1. Take the bus from Market St & 5th St to The Embarcadero & Bay Stbus Lowl / ...
2. Take the ferry from Pier 33 to Alcatraz Islandferry Alcatraz Day Tour / ...
53 min
$50
Taxi
cheapest
1. Take the taxi from Powell Street to Alcatraztaxi 2.3 mi
6 min
$12–15
Tram, ferry
1. Take the tram from Market St & 5th St to The Embarcadero & Bay Sttram F
2. Take the ferry from Pier 33 to Alcatraz Islandferry Alcatraz Day Tour / ...
1h 5m
$50

Powell Street to Alcatraz by bus, ferry, and foot

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53 minAverage Duration

$50Cheapest Price

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Distance: 4.8 mi
Duration: 53 min

What companies run services between Powell Street, CA, USA and Alcatraz, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Powell Street to Alcatraz. However, you can take the bus to The Embarcadero & Bay St, walk to Pier 33, take the ferry to Alcatraz Island, then walk to Alcatraz. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Market St & 5th St to Alcatraz via The Embarcadero & Bay St, Pier 33, and Alcatraz Island in around 1h 5m.

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