What is the cheapest way to get from San Mateo to Ferry Building?

The cheapest way to get from San Mateo to Ferry Building is to line 292 bus which costs $2 - $4 and takes 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from San Mateo to Ferry Building?

The fastest way to get from San Mateo to Ferry Building is to drive which takes 24 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between San Mateo and Ferry Building?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from S Delaware St & 2nd Ave and arriving at Mission St & 1st St. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between San Mateo and Ferry Building?

No, there is no direct train from San Mateo to Ferry Building station. However, there are services departing from San Mateo Caltrain Northbound and arriving at Metro Embarcadero Station via King St & 4th St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from San Mateo to Ferry Building?

The distance between San Mateo and Ferry Building is 20 miles. The road distance is 19.7 miles.

How do I travel from San Mateo to Ferry Building without a car?

The best way to get from San Mateo to Ferry Building without a car is to Caltrain and tram which takes 55 min and costs $7 - $9.

How long does it take to get from San Mateo to Ferry Building?

It takes approximately 55 min to get from San Mateo to Ferry Building, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Mateo to Ferry Building bus from?

San Mateo to Ferry Building bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from S Delaware St & 2nd Ave station.

Where do I catch the San Mateo to Ferry Building train from?

San Mateo to Ferry Building train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from San Mateo Caltrain Northbound station.

Where does the San Mateo to Ferry Building bus arrive?

San Mateo to Ferry Building bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at Mission St & 1st St station.

Where does the San Mateo to Ferry Building train arrive?

San Mateo to Ferry Building train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at San Francisco Caltrain Northbound station.

Can I drive from San Mateo to Ferry Building?

Yes, the driving distance between San Mateo to Ferry Building is 20 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from San Mateo to Ferry Building.

Where can I stay near Ferry Building?

There are 828+ hotels available in Ferry Building.

San Mateo to Ferry Building - 4 ways to travel via Caltrain, and tram

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There are 4 ways to get from San Mateo to Ferry Building by train, tram, bus, car, or taxi

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Caltrain, tram
best
1. Take the train from San Mateo Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the tram from King St & 4th St to Metro Embarcadero Stationtram N
55 min
$8–9
Line 292 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from S Delaware St & 2nd Ave to Mission St & 1st Stbus 292
2h
$2–4
Drive 19.6 mi
1. Drive from San Mateo to Ferry Buildingcar 19.6 mi
24 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Mateo to Ferry Buildingtaxi 19.6 mi
24 min
$70–90

San Mateo to Ferry Building by train, tram, and foot

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55 minAverage Duration

$8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 19.8 mi
Duration: 55 min

What companies run services between San Mateo, CA, USA and Ferry Building, CA, USA?

SamTrans operates a bus from S Delaware St & 2nd Ave to Mission St & 1st St every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $2–4 and the journey takes 1h 50m.

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