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How to get fromSan Francisco to Alameda Countyby subway, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from San Francisco to Alameda County by subway, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. BART, line 8 bus

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    1. Take the subway from Powell Street to Dublin / Pleasantonsubway subway Blue-N
    2. Take the bus from Dublin/Pleasanton BART to Valley Ave & Case EBbus bus 8
    1h 50m
    $8–10

  2. Drive 43.3 mi

    1. Drive from San Francisco to Alameda Countycar car 43.3 mi
    54 min
    $8–12

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from San Francisco to Alameda Countytaxi taxi 43.3 mi
    54 min
    $160–190

San Francisco to Alameda County by subway and bus

Calendar117Weekly Services
Duration1h 50mAverage Duration
Ticket$8Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 37.3 mi
  • Duration: 1h 50m

What companies run services between San Francisco, CA, USA and Alameda County, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from San Francisco to Alameda County. However, you can take the subway to Dublin / Pleasanton, walk to Dublin/Pleasanton BART, then take the line 8 bus to Valley Ave & Case EB. Alternatively, you can drive from San Francisco to Alameda County in around 54 min.

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