What is the cheapest way to get from South San Francisco to Alameda?

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

What is the fastest way to get from South San Francisco to Alameda?

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

Is there a direct bus between South San Francisco and Alameda?

No, there is no direct bus from South San Francisco 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 59 min.

Is there a direct ferry between South San Francisco and Alameda?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from South San Francisco Ferry Terminal and arriving at Oakland Ferry Terminal. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

Is there a direct train between South San Francisco and Alameda?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from San Bruno and arriving at 12th Street / Oakland City Center. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from South San Francisco to Alameda?

The distance between South San Francisco and Alameda is 14 miles. The road distance is 21.9 miles.

How do I travel from South San Francisco to Alameda without a car?

The best way to get from South San Francisco to Alameda without a car is to ferry which takes 40 min and costs $9 - $12.

How long does it take to get from South San Francisco to Alameda?

The ferry from South San Francisco Ferry Terminal to Oakland Ferry Terminal takes 40 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the South San Francisco to Alameda bus from?

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

Where do I catch the South San Francisco to Alameda train from?

South San Francisco to Alameda train services, operated by BART, depart from San Bruno station.

Where does the South San Francisco to Alameda bus arrive?

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

Where does the South San Francisco to Alameda train arrive?

South San Francisco to Alameda train services, operated by BART, arrive at 12th Street / Oakland City Center station.

Can I drive from South San Francisco to Alameda?

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

Where can I stay near Alameda?

There are 827+ hotels available in Alameda.

South San Francisco to Alameda - 5 ways to travel via ferry, and BART

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There are 5 ways to get from South San Francisco to Alameda by ferry, subway, bus, car, or taxi

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from South San Francisco Ferry Terminal to Oakland Ferry Terminalferry Ssf
40 min
$9–12
BART
cheapest
1. Take the subway from San Bruno to 12th Street / Oakland City Centersubway Yellow-N / ...
40 min
$4–7
Line 292 bus
1. Take the bus from Airport Blvd & Baden Ave to Mission St & 1st Stbus 292 / ...
59 min
$4–7
Drive 21.8 mi
1. Drive from South San Francisco to Alamedacar 21.8 mi
30 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South San Francisco to Alamedataxi 21.8 mi
30 min
$80–100

South San Francisco to Alameda by ferry

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Distance: 13.9 mi
Duration: 40 min

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

San Fransisco Bay Ferry operates a ferry from South San Francisco Ferry Terminal to Oakland Ferry Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost $9–12 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, BART operates a subway from San Bruno to 12th Street / Oakland City Center every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $4–7 and the journey takes 40 min.

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