What is the cheapest way to get from South San Francisco Station (Caltrain) to Alameda?

The cheapest way to get from South San Francisco Station (Caltrain) to Alameda is to drive which costs $4 - $6 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South San Francisco Station (Caltrain) to Alameda?

The fastest way to get from South San Francisco Station (Caltrain) to Alameda is to drive which takes 30 min and costs $4 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between South San Francisco Station (Caltrain) and Alameda?

No, there is no direct bus from South San Francisco Station (Caltrain) to Alameda. However, there are services departing from Airport Blvd & Baden Ave and arriving at Mission St & 1st St via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

Is there a direct train between South San Francisco Station (Caltrain) and Alameda?

No, there is no direct train from South San Francisco Station (Caltrain) to Alameda. However, there are services departing from South San Francisco Caltrain Northbound and arriving at Lake Merritt via King St & 4th St and Embarcadero. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 56 min.

How far is it from South San Francisco Station (Caltrain) to Alameda?

The distance between South San Francisco Station (Caltrain) and Alameda is 19 miles. The road distance is 22 miles.

Where do I catch the South San Francisco Station (Caltrain) to Alameda bus from?

South San Francisco Station (Caltrain) to Alameda bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from Airport Blvd & Baden Ave station.

Where do I catch the South San Francisco Station (Caltrain) to Alameda train from?

South San Francisco Station (Caltrain) to Alameda train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from South San Francisco Caltrain Northbound station.

Where does the South San Francisco Station (Caltrain) to Alameda bus arrive?

South San Francisco Station (Caltrain) to Alameda bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at Mission St & 1st St station.

Can I drive from South San Francisco Station (Caltrain) to Alameda?

Yes, the driving distance between South San Francisco Station (Caltrain) to Alameda is 22 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from South San Francisco Station (Caltrain) to Alameda.

Where can I stay near Alameda?

There are 735+ hotels available in Alameda.

South San Francisco Station (Caltrain) to Alameda

Q: How do I travel from South San Francisco Station (Caltrain) to Alameda without a car?

The best way to get from South San Francisco Station (Caltrain) to Alameda without a car is to Caltrain and tram and BART which takes 56 min and costs $8 - $12.

Q: How long does it take to get from South San Francisco Station (Caltrain) to Alameda?

It takes approximately 56 min to get from South San Francisco Station (Caltrain) to Alameda, including transfers.

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There are 5 ways to get from South San Francisco Station (Caltrain) to Alameda by train, tram, subway, bus, car, or taxi

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Caltrain, tram, BART
best
1. Take the train from South San Francisco Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain
2. Take the tram from King St & 4th St to Metro Embarcadero Stationtram N
3. Take the subway from Embarcadero to Lake Merrittsubway
56 min
$8–11
Line 292 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Airport Blvd & Baden Ave to Mission St & 1st Stbus 292 / ...
1h 3m
$4–7
Drive 21.9 mi
1. Drive from South San Francisco Station (Caltrain) to Alamedacar 21.9 mi
30 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South San Francisco Station (Caltrain) to Alamedataxi 21.9 mi
30 min
$80–100
Line 130 bus, BART
1. Take the bus from Grand Ave & Linden Ave to Daly City BART-Bay 4bus 130
2. Take the subway from Daly City to Lake Merrittsubway Blue-N / ...
1h 40m
$6–9

South San Francisco Station (Caltrain) to Alameda by train, tram, and subway

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Distance: 18.6 mi
Duration: 56 min

What companies run services between South San Francisco Station (Caltrain), CA, USA and Alameda, Alameda County, CA, USA?

SamTrans operates a bus from Airport Blvd & Baden Ave to Mission St & 1st St every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $2–3 and the journey takes 50 min.

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