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How to get fromSan Francisco Caltrain Northbound to Alcatrazby bus, ferry, tram, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from San Francisco Caltrain Northbound to Alcatraz by bus, ferry, tram, or taxi

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  1. Line 8 bus, ferry

    best
    1. Take the bus from 3rd St & Bryant St to Kearny St & North Point Stbus bus 8 / ...
    2. Take the ferry from Pier 33 to Alcatraz Islandferry ferry Alcatraz Day Tour / ...
    1h 13m
    $50

  2. Taxi

    cheapest
    1. Take the taxi from San Francisco Caltrain Northbound to Alcatraztaxi taxi 3.2 mi
    7 min
    $15–19

  3. Tram, ferry

    1. Take the tram from King St & 4th St to Metro Embarcadero Stationtram tram N
    2. Take the tram from Market St & Main St to The Embarcadero & Bay Sttram tram F
    3. Take the ferry from Pier 33 to Alcatraz Islandferry ferry
    1h 18m
    $52

San Francisco Caltrain Northbound to Alcatraz by foot, bus, and ferry

Calendar211Weekly Services
Duration1h 13mAverage Duration
Ticket$50Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 4.9 mi
  • Duration: 1h 13m

What companies run services between San Francisco Caltrain Northbound, CA, USA and Alcatraz, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from San Francisco Caltrain Northbound to Alcatraz. However, you can walk to 3rd St & Bryant 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. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from King St & 4th St to Alcatraz via Metro Embarcadero Station, Market St & Main St, The Embarcadero & Bay St, Pier 33, and Alcatraz Island in around 1h 18m.

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