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

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

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

The fastest way to get from San Francisco Zoo to Pier 39 is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $40 - $50.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wawona/46th Ave /SF Zoo and arriving at The Embarcadero & Stockton St. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

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

No, there is no direct train from San Francisco Zoo to Pier 39. However, there are services departing from Wawona/46th Ave /SF Zoo and arriving at The Embarcadero & Stockton St via Market St & Main St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

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

The distance between San Francisco Zoo and Pier 39 is 12 miles. The road distance is 10.1 miles.

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

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

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

The bus from Wawona/46th Ave /SF Zoo to The Embarcadero & Stockton St takes 47 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

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

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

San Francisco Zoo to Pier 39 train services, operated by San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, depart from Wawona/46th Ave /SF Zoo station.

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

San Francisco Zoo to Pier 39 bus services, operated by San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, arrive at The Embarcadero & Stockton St station.

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

San Francisco Zoo to Pier 39 train services, operated by San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, arrive at Metro Embarcadero Station.

Can I drive from San Francisco Zoo to Pier 39?

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

Where can I stay near Pier 39?

There are 828+ hotels available in Pier 39.

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

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Wawona/46th Ave /SF Zoo to The Embarcadero & Stockton Stbus Lowl
1h
$2
Tram
1. Take the tram from Wawona/46th Ave /SF Zoo to Metro Embarcadero Stationtram L
2. Take the tram from Market St & Main St to The Embarcadero & Stockton Sttram F
1h 15m
$4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Francisco Zoo to Pier 39taxi 10.1 mi
20 min
$40–50
Drive 10.1 mi
1. Drive from San Francisco Zoo to Pier 39car 10.1 mi
20 min
$2–3

San Francisco Zoo to Pier 39 by foot and bus

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Distance: 11.6 mi
Duration: 1h

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

San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency operates a bus from Wawona/46th Ave /SF Zoo to The Embarcadero & Stockton St hourly. Tickets cost $2–3 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from San Francisco Zoo to Pier 39 via Wawona/46th Ave /SF Zoo, Market St & Main St, and The Embarcadero & Stockton St in around 1h 15m.

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