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How to get fromWalnut Creek to Alcatrazby subway, tram, ferry, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Walnut Creek to Alcatraz by subway, tram, ferry, car, or taxi

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  1. BART, tram, ferry

    best
    1. Take the subway from Walnut Creek to Embarcaderosubway subway
    2. Take the tram from Market St & Main St to The Embarcadero & Bay Sttram tram F
    3. Take the ferry from Pier 33 to Alcatraz Islandferry ferry
    1h 40m
    $55–57

  2. Drive 25.2 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Walnut Creek to Alcatrazcar car 25.2 mi
    33 min
    $5–7

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Walnut Creek to Alcatraztaxi taxi 25.2 mi
    33 min
    $90–120

Walnut Creek to Alcatraz by subway, tram, ferry, and foot

Calendar211Weekly Services
Duration1h 40mAverage Duration
Ticket$55Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 25.7 mi
  • Duration: 1h 40m

What companies run services between Walnut Creek, CA, USA and Alcatraz, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Walnut Creek to Alcatraz. However, you can take the subway to Embarcadero, walk to Market St & Main St, take the vehicle to The Embarcadero & Bay St, walk to Pier 33, take the ferry to Alcatraz Island, then walk to Alcatraz. Alternatively, you can drive from Walnut Creek to Alcatraz in around 33 min.

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