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SF Bay FerryEarliest arrival

Oakland

Jack London Square

Leaves San Francisco9:20 am
110 min
Arrives Oakland11:10 am
$7.95 adult one wayGate G2 ferries110 min crossing

Be at the dock by 9:05 am. Allow extra time if you need boarding assistance.

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SF Bay FerryEarliest arrival
Leaves San Francisco9:20 am
110 min
Arrives11:10 am
1 changeGate G$7.95 adult one way

Alameda · Main Street · 80 min between ferries

Before you board · 9:20 am San Francisco to Oakland

FERRY 1 · SF Bay Ferry

San Francisco · Ferry Building · Gate G

Ferry Building, Embarcadero at Market Street

Multiple gates serve different operators. The gate shown beside your sailing comes from the schedule; confirm dock signs when you arrive.

Official terminal information · BayAlerts sign-up & service information

Recommended at the dock: 9:05 am for the 9:20 am sailing. This guide allows 15 minutes; check the operator’s cutoff and allow extra time for assistance.

Tap on and tap off with the same Clipper card, contactless bank card or mobile device. Each rider needs their own card or device. Bank cards charge adult fares; use a discount Clipper card or eligible discount ticket for reduced fares. App tickets can cover a group—activate each passenger’s ticket just before boarding.

Accessibility & boarding assistance · Bike space is limited; check the operator’s bicycle policy.

Street-side Ferry Building entrance and façade. This view does not show your selected ferry gate.

Captured 2022-08-26 · Photo by tao on Mapillary · CC BY-SA 4.0. Images help you recognize the area; follow current terminal signs.

FERRY 2 · SF Bay Ferry

Alameda · Main Street

Main Street Alameda Ferry Terminal

This is Main Street Alameda, not Seaplane Lagoon or Harbor Bay. Check the terminal name when choosing a sailing.

Official terminal information · BayAlerts sign-up & service information

Recommended at the dock: 10:45 am for the 11:00 am sailing. This guide allows 15 minutes; check the operator’s cutoff and allow extra time for assistance.

Tap on and tap off with the same Clipper card, contactless bank card or mobile device. Each rider needs their own card or device. Bank cards charge adult fares; use a discount Clipper card or eligible discount ticket for reduced fares. App tickets can cover a group—activate each passenger’s ticket just before boarding.

Accessibility & boarding assistance · Bike space is limited; check the operator’s bicycle policy.

Main Street Alameda’s waiting shelter, bike racks and passenger approach beside the parking area. This historical exterior view does not show the boarding gangway.

Captured 2023-10-20 · Photo by sfbaytrail for San Francisco Bay Trail on Mapillary · CC BY-SA 4.0. Images help you recognize the area; follow current terminal signs.

Trip steps · 2 ferries
  1. 9:20 am · San Francisco · Gate G

    SF Bay Ferry → Alameda · Main Street · arrive 9:40 am

    80 min connection at Alameda · Main Street. Check the next boarding gate. Includes at least 30 minutes to leave the boat, move between gates and board. Tickets may differ by operator.

    On the water · 9:20 am San Francisco to Alameda · Main Street
  2. 11:00 am · Alameda · Main Street

    SF Bay Ferry → Oakland · arrive 11:10 am

    On the water · 11:00 am Alameda · Main Street to Oakland
SF Bay Ferry
Leaves San Francisco10:35 am
90 min
Arrives12:05 pm
1 changeGate G$7.95 adult one way

Alameda · Main Street · 60 min between ferries

Before you board · 10:35 am San Francisco to Oakland

FERRY 1 · SF Bay Ferry

San Francisco · Ferry Building · Gate G

Ferry Building, Embarcadero at Market Street

Multiple gates serve different operators. The gate shown beside your sailing comes from the schedule; confirm dock signs when you arrive.

Official terminal information · BayAlerts sign-up & service information

Recommended at the dock: 10:20 am for the 10:35 am sailing. This guide allows 15 minutes; check the operator’s cutoff and allow extra time for assistance.

Tap on and tap off with the same Clipper card, contactless bank card or mobile device. Each rider needs their own card or device. Bank cards charge adult fares; use a discount Clipper card or eligible discount ticket for reduced fares. App tickets can cover a group—activate each passenger’s ticket just before boarding.

Accessibility & boarding assistance · Bike space is limited; check the operator’s bicycle policy.

Street-side Ferry Building entrance and façade. This view does not show your selected ferry gate.

Captured 2022-08-26 · Photo by tao on Mapillary · CC BY-SA 4.0. Images help you recognize the area; follow current terminal signs.

FERRY 2 · SF Bay Ferry

Alameda · Main Street

Main Street Alameda Ferry Terminal

This is Main Street Alameda, not Seaplane Lagoon or Harbor Bay. Check the terminal name when choosing a sailing.

Official terminal information · BayAlerts sign-up & service information

Recommended at the dock: 11:40 am for the 11:55 am sailing. This guide allows 15 minutes; check the operator’s cutoff and allow extra time for assistance.

Tap on and tap off with the same Clipper card, contactless bank card or mobile device. Each rider needs their own card or device. Bank cards charge adult fares; use a discount Clipper card or eligible discount ticket for reduced fares. App tickets can cover a group—activate each passenger’s ticket just before boarding.

Accessibility & boarding assistance · Bike space is limited; check the operator’s bicycle policy.

Main Street Alameda’s waiting shelter, bike racks and passenger approach beside the parking area. This historical exterior view does not show the boarding gangway.

Captured 2023-10-20 · Photo by sfbaytrail for San Francisco Bay Trail on Mapillary · CC BY-SA 4.0. Images help you recognize the area; follow current terminal signs.

Trip steps · 2 ferries
  1. 10:35 am · San Francisco · Gate G

    SF Bay Ferry → Alameda · Main Street · arrive 10:55 am

    60 min connection at Alameda · Main Street. Check the next boarding gate. Includes at least 30 minutes to leave the boat, move between gates and board. Tickets may differ by operator.

    On the water · 10:35 am San Francisco to Alameda · Main Street
  2. 11:55 am · Alameda · Main Street

    SF Bay Ferry → Oakland · arrive 12:05 pm

    On the water · 11:55 am Alameda · Main Street to Oakland
SF Bay Ferry
Leaves San Francisco11:30 am
115 min
Arrives1:25 pm
1 changeGate G$7.95 adult one way

Alameda · Main Street · 85 min between ferries

Before you board · 11:30 am San Francisco to Oakland

FERRY 1 · SF Bay Ferry

San Francisco · Ferry Building · Gate G

Ferry Building, Embarcadero at Market Street

Multiple gates serve different operators. The gate shown beside your sailing comes from the schedule; confirm dock signs when you arrive.

Official terminal information · BayAlerts sign-up & service information

Recommended at the dock: 11:15 am for the 11:30 am sailing. This guide allows 15 minutes; check the operator’s cutoff and allow extra time for assistance.

Tap on and tap off with the same Clipper card, contactless bank card or mobile device. Each rider needs their own card or device. Bank cards charge adult fares; use a discount Clipper card or eligible discount ticket for reduced fares. App tickets can cover a group—activate each passenger’s ticket just before boarding.

Accessibility & boarding assistance · Bike space is limited; check the operator’s bicycle policy.

Street-side Ferry Building entrance and façade. This view does not show your selected ferry gate.

Captured 2022-08-26 · Photo by tao on Mapillary · CC BY-SA 4.0. Images help you recognize the area; follow current terminal signs.

FERRY 2 · SF Bay Ferry

Alameda · Main Street

Main Street Alameda Ferry Terminal

This is Main Street Alameda, not Seaplane Lagoon or Harbor Bay. Check the terminal name when choosing a sailing.

Official terminal information · BayAlerts sign-up & service information

Recommended at the dock: 1:00 pm for the 1:15 pm sailing. This guide allows 15 minutes; check the operator’s cutoff and allow extra time for assistance.

Tap on and tap off with the same Clipper card, contactless bank card or mobile device. Each rider needs their own card or device. Bank cards charge adult fares; use a discount Clipper card or eligible discount ticket for reduced fares. App tickets can cover a group—activate each passenger’s ticket just before boarding.

Accessibility & boarding assistance · Bike space is limited; check the operator’s bicycle policy.

Main Street Alameda’s waiting shelter, bike racks and passenger approach beside the parking area. This historical exterior view does not show the boarding gangway.

Captured 2023-10-20 · Photo by sfbaytrail for San Francisco Bay Trail on Mapillary · CC BY-SA 4.0. Images help you recognize the area; follow current terminal signs.

Trip steps · 2 ferries
  1. 11:30 am · San Francisco · Gate G

    SF Bay Ferry → Alameda · Main Street · arrive 11:50 am

    85 min connection at Alameda · Main Street. Check the next boarding gate. Includes at least 30 minutes to leave the boat, move between gates and board. Tickets may differ by operator.

    On the water · 11:30 am San Francisco to Alameda · Main Street
  2. 1:15 pm · Alameda · Main Street

    SF Bay Ferry → Oakland · arrive 1:25 pm

    On the water · 1:15 pm Alameda · Main Street to Oakland
SF Bay Ferry
Leaves San Francisco12:50 pm
90 min
Arrives2:20 pm
1 changeGate G$7.95 adult one way

Alameda · Main Street · 60 min between ferries

Before you board · 12:50 pm San Francisco to Oakland

FERRY 1 · SF Bay Ferry

San Francisco · Ferry Building · Gate G

Ferry Building, Embarcadero at Market Street

Multiple gates serve different operators. The gate shown beside your sailing comes from the schedule; confirm dock signs when you arrive.

Official terminal information · BayAlerts sign-up & service information

Recommended at the dock: 12:35 pm for the 12:50 pm sailing. This guide allows 15 minutes; check the operator’s cutoff and allow extra time for assistance.

Tap on and tap off with the same Clipper card, contactless bank card or mobile device. Each rider needs their own card or device. Bank cards charge adult fares; use a discount Clipper card or eligible discount ticket for reduced fares. App tickets can cover a group—activate each passenger’s ticket just before boarding.

Accessibility & boarding assistance · Bike space is limited; check the operator’s bicycle policy.

Street-side Ferry Building entrance and façade. This view does not show your selected ferry gate.

Captured 2022-08-26 · Photo by tao on Mapillary · CC BY-SA 4.0. Images help you recognize the area; follow current terminal signs.

FERRY 2 · SF Bay Ferry

Alameda · Main Street

Main Street Alameda Ferry Terminal

This is Main Street Alameda, not Seaplane Lagoon or Harbor Bay. Check the terminal name when choosing a sailing.

Official terminal information · BayAlerts sign-up & service information

Recommended at the dock: 1:55 pm for the 2:10 pm sailing. This guide allows 15 minutes; check the operator’s cutoff and allow extra time for assistance.

Tap on and tap off with the same Clipper card, contactless bank card or mobile device. Each rider needs their own card or device. Bank cards charge adult fares; use a discount Clipper card or eligible discount ticket for reduced fares. App tickets can cover a group—activate each passenger’s ticket just before boarding.

Accessibility & boarding assistance · Bike space is limited; check the operator’s bicycle policy.

Main Street Alameda’s waiting shelter, bike racks and passenger approach beside the parking area. This historical exterior view does not show the boarding gangway.

Captured 2023-10-20 · Photo by sfbaytrail for San Francisco Bay Trail on Mapillary · CC BY-SA 4.0. Images help you recognize the area; follow current terminal signs.

Trip steps · 2 ferries
  1. 12:50 pm · San Francisco · Gate G

    SF Bay Ferry → Alameda · Main Street · arrive 1:10 pm

    60 min connection at Alameda · Main Street. Check the next boarding gate. Includes at least 30 minutes to leave the boat, move between gates and board. Tickets may differ by operator.

    On the water · 12:50 pm San Francisco to Alameda · Main Street
  2. 2:10 pm · Alameda · Main Street

    SF Bay Ferry → Oakland · arrive 2:20 pm

    On the water · 2:10 pm Alameda · Main Street to Oakland
SF Bay Ferry
Leaves San Francisco1:45 pm
60 min
Arrives2:45 pm
1 changeGate G$7.95 adult one way

Alameda · Main Street · 30 min between ferries

Before you board · 1:45 pm San Francisco to Oakland

FERRY 1 · SF Bay Ferry

San Francisco · Ferry Building · Gate G

Ferry Building, Embarcadero at Market Street

Multiple gates serve different operators. The gate shown beside your sailing comes from the schedule; confirm dock signs when you arrive.

Official terminal information · BayAlerts sign-up & service information

Recommended at the dock: 1:30 pm for the 1:45 pm sailing. This guide allows 15 minutes; check the operator’s cutoff and allow extra time for assistance.

Tap on and tap off with the same Clipper card, contactless bank card or mobile device. Each rider needs their own card or device. Bank cards charge adult fares; use a discount Clipper card or eligible discount ticket for reduced fares. App tickets can cover a group—activate each passenger’s ticket just before boarding.

Accessibility & boarding assistance · Bike space is limited; check the operator’s bicycle policy.

Street-side Ferry Building entrance and façade. This view does not show your selected ferry gate.

Captured 2022-08-26 · Photo by tao on Mapillary · CC BY-SA 4.0. Images help you recognize the area; follow current terminal signs.

FERRY 2 · SF Bay Ferry

Alameda · Main Street

Main Street Alameda Ferry Terminal

This is Main Street Alameda, not Seaplane Lagoon or Harbor Bay. Check the terminal name when choosing a sailing.

Official terminal information · BayAlerts sign-up & service information

Recommended at the dock: 2:20 pm for the 2:35 pm sailing. This guide allows 15 minutes; check the operator’s cutoff and allow extra time for assistance.

Tap on and tap off with the same Clipper card, contactless bank card or mobile device. Each rider needs their own card or device. Bank cards charge adult fares; use a discount Clipper card or eligible discount ticket for reduced fares. App tickets can cover a group—activate each passenger’s ticket just before boarding.

Accessibility & boarding assistance · Bike space is limited; check the operator’s bicycle policy.

Main Street Alameda’s waiting shelter, bike racks and passenger approach beside the parking area. This historical exterior view does not show the boarding gangway.

Captured 2023-10-20 · Photo by sfbaytrail for San Francisco Bay Trail on Mapillary · CC BY-SA 4.0. Images help you recognize the area; follow current terminal signs.

Trip steps · 2 ferries
  1. 1:45 pm · San Francisco · Gate G

    SF Bay Ferry → Alameda · Main Street · arrive 2:05 pm

    30 min connection at Alameda · Main Street. Check the next boarding gate. Includes at least 30 minutes to leave the boat, move between gates and board. Tickets may differ by operator.

    On the water · 1:45 pm San Francisco to Alameda · Main Street
  2. 2:35 pm · Alameda · Main Street

    SF Bay Ferry → Oakland · arrive 2:45 pm

    On the water · 2:35 pm Alameda · Main Street to Oakland
SF Bay Ferry
Leaves San Francisco2:10 pm
115 min
Arrives4:05 pm
1 changeGate G$7.95 adult one way

Alameda · Main Street · 85 min between ferries

Before you board · 2:10 pm San Francisco to Oakland

FERRY 1 · SF Bay Ferry

San Francisco · Ferry Building · Gate G

Ferry Building, Embarcadero at Market Street

Multiple gates serve different operators. The gate shown beside your sailing comes from the schedule; confirm dock signs when you arrive.

Official terminal information · BayAlerts sign-up & service information

Recommended at the dock: 1:55 pm for the 2:10 pm sailing. This guide allows 15 minutes; check the operator’s cutoff and allow extra time for assistance.

Tap on and tap off with the same Clipper card, contactless bank card or mobile device. Each rider needs their own card or device. Bank cards charge adult fares; use a discount Clipper card or eligible discount ticket for reduced fares. App tickets can cover a group—activate each passenger’s ticket just before boarding.

Accessibility & boarding assistance · Bike space is limited; check the operator’s bicycle policy.

Street-side Ferry Building entrance and façade. This view does not show your selected ferry gate.

Captured 2022-08-26 · Photo by tao on Mapillary · CC BY-SA 4.0. Images help you recognize the area; follow current terminal signs.

FERRY 2 · SF Bay Ferry

Alameda · Main Street

Main Street Alameda Ferry Terminal

This is Main Street Alameda, not Seaplane Lagoon or Harbor Bay. Check the terminal name when choosing a sailing.

Official terminal information · BayAlerts sign-up & service information

Recommended at the dock: 3:40 pm for the 3:55 pm sailing. This guide allows 15 minutes; check the operator’s cutoff and allow extra time for assistance.

Tap on and tap off with the same Clipper card, contactless bank card or mobile device. Each rider needs their own card or device. Bank cards charge adult fares; use a discount Clipper card or eligible discount ticket for reduced fares. App tickets can cover a group—activate each passenger’s ticket just before boarding.

Accessibility & boarding assistance · Bike space is limited; check the operator’s bicycle policy.

Main Street Alameda’s waiting shelter, bike racks and passenger approach beside the parking area. This historical exterior view does not show the boarding gangway.

Captured 2023-10-20 · Photo by sfbaytrail for San Francisco Bay Trail on Mapillary · CC BY-SA 4.0. Images help you recognize the area; follow current terminal signs.

Trip steps · 2 ferries
  1. 2:10 pm · San Francisco · Gate G

    SF Bay Ferry → Alameda · Main Street · arrive 2:30 pm

    85 min connection at Alameda · Main Street. Check the next boarding gate. Includes at least 30 minutes to leave the boat, move between gates and board. Tickets may differ by operator.

    On the water · 2:10 pm San Francisco to Alameda · Main Street
  2. 3:55 pm · Alameda · Main Street

    SF Bay Ferry → Oakland · arrive 4:05 pm

    On the water · 3:55 pm Alameda · Main Street to Oakland
SF Bay Ferry
Leaves San Francisco2:30 pm
95 min
Arrives4:05 pm
1 changeGate G$7.95 adult one way

Alameda · Main Street · 65 min between ferries

Before you board · 2:30 pm San Francisco to Oakland

FERRY 1 · SF Bay Ferry

San Francisco · Ferry Building · Gate G

Ferry Building, Embarcadero at Market Street

Multiple gates serve different operators. The gate shown beside your sailing comes from the schedule; confirm dock signs when you arrive.

Official terminal information · BayAlerts sign-up & service information

Recommended at the dock: 2:15 pm for the 2:30 pm sailing. This guide allows 15 minutes; check the operator’s cutoff and allow extra time for assistance.

Tap on and tap off with the same Clipper card, contactless bank card or mobile device. Each rider needs their own card or device. Bank cards charge adult fares; use a discount Clipper card or eligible discount ticket for reduced fares. App tickets can cover a group—activate each passenger’s ticket just before boarding.

Accessibility & boarding assistance · Bike space is limited; check the operator’s bicycle policy.

Street-side Ferry Building entrance and façade. This view does not show your selected ferry gate.

Captured 2022-08-26 · Photo by tao on Mapillary · CC BY-SA 4.0. Images help you recognize the area; follow current terminal signs.

FERRY 2 · SF Bay Ferry

Alameda · Main Street

Main Street Alameda Ferry Terminal

This is Main Street Alameda, not Seaplane Lagoon or Harbor Bay. Check the terminal name when choosing a sailing.

Official terminal information · BayAlerts sign-up & service information

Recommended at the dock: 3:40 pm for the 3:55 pm sailing. This guide allows 15 minutes; check the operator’s cutoff and allow extra time for assistance.

Tap on and tap off with the same Clipper card, contactless bank card or mobile device. Each rider needs their own card or device. Bank cards charge adult fares; use a discount Clipper card or eligible discount ticket for reduced fares. App tickets can cover a group—activate each passenger’s ticket just before boarding.

Accessibility & boarding assistance · Bike space is limited; check the operator’s bicycle policy.

Main Street Alameda’s waiting shelter, bike racks and passenger approach beside the parking area. This historical exterior view does not show the boarding gangway.

Captured 2023-10-20 · Photo by sfbaytrail for San Francisco Bay Trail on Mapillary · CC BY-SA 4.0. Images help you recognize the area; follow current terminal signs.

Trip steps · 2 ferries
  1. 2:30 pm · San Francisco · Gate G

    SF Bay Ferry → Alameda · Main Street · arrive 2:50 pm

    65 min connection at Alameda · Main Street. Check the next boarding gate. Includes at least 30 minutes to leave the boat, move between gates and board. Tickets may differ by operator.

    On the water · 2:30 pm San Francisco to Alameda · Main Street
  2. 3:55 pm · Alameda · Main Street

    SF Bay Ferry → Oakland · arrive 4:05 pm

    On the water · 3:55 pm Alameda · Main Street to Oakland
SF Bay Ferry
Leaves San Francisco3:30 pm
95 min
Arrives5:05 pm
1 changeGate G$7.95 adult one way

Alameda · Main Street · 65 min between ferries

Before you board · 3:30 pm San Francisco to Oakland

FERRY 1 · SF Bay Ferry

San Francisco · Ferry Building · Gate G

Ferry Building, Embarcadero at Market Street

Multiple gates serve different operators. The gate shown beside your sailing comes from the schedule; confirm dock signs when you arrive.

Official terminal information · BayAlerts sign-up & service information

Recommended at the dock: 3:15 pm for the 3:30 pm sailing. This guide allows 15 minutes; check the operator’s cutoff and allow extra time for assistance.

Tap on and tap off with the same Clipper card, contactless bank card or mobile device. Each rider needs their own card or device. Bank cards charge adult fares; use a discount Clipper card or eligible discount ticket for reduced fares. App tickets can cover a group—activate each passenger’s ticket just before boarding.

Accessibility & boarding assistance · Bike space is limited; check the operator’s bicycle policy.

Street-side Ferry Building entrance and façade. This view does not show your selected ferry gate.

Captured 2022-08-26 · Photo by tao on Mapillary · CC BY-SA 4.0. Images help you recognize the area; follow current terminal signs.

FERRY 2 · SF Bay Ferry

Alameda · Main Street

Main Street Alameda Ferry Terminal

This is Main Street Alameda, not Seaplane Lagoon or Harbor Bay. Check the terminal name when choosing a sailing.

Official terminal information · BayAlerts sign-up & service information

Recommended at the dock: 4:40 pm for the 4:55 pm sailing. This guide allows 15 minutes; check the operator’s cutoff and allow extra time for assistance.

Tap on and tap off with the same Clipper card, contactless bank card or mobile device. Each rider needs their own card or device. Bank cards charge adult fares; use a discount Clipper card or eligible discount ticket for reduced fares. App tickets can cover a group—activate each passenger’s ticket just before boarding.

Accessibility & boarding assistance · Bike space is limited; check the operator’s bicycle policy.

Main Street Alameda’s waiting shelter, bike racks and passenger approach beside the parking area. This historical exterior view does not show the boarding gangway.

Captured 2023-10-20 · Photo by sfbaytrail for San Francisco Bay Trail on Mapillary · CC BY-SA 4.0. Images help you recognize the area; follow current terminal signs.

Trip steps · 2 ferries
  1. 3:30 pm · San Francisco · Gate G

    SF Bay Ferry → Alameda · Main Street · arrive 3:50 pm

    65 min connection at Alameda · Main Street. Check the next boarding gate. Includes at least 30 minutes to leave the boat, move between gates and board. Tickets may differ by operator.

    On the water · 3:30 pm San Francisco to Alameda · Main Street
  2. 4:55 pm · Alameda · Main Street

    SF Bay Ferry → Oakland · arrive 5:05 pm

    On the water · 4:55 pm Alameda · Main Street to Oakland
SF Bay Ferry
Leaves San Francisco4:30 pm
65 min
Arrives5:35 pm
1 changeGate G$7.95 adult one way

Alameda · Main Street · 35 min between ferries

Before you board · 4:30 pm San Francisco to Oakland

FERRY 1 · SF Bay Ferry

San Francisco · Ferry Building · Gate G

Ferry Building, Embarcadero at Market Street

Multiple gates serve different operators. The gate shown beside your sailing comes from the schedule; confirm dock signs when you arrive.

Official terminal information · BayAlerts sign-up & service information

Recommended at the dock: 4:15 pm for the 4:30 pm sailing. This guide allows 15 minutes; check the operator’s cutoff and allow extra time for assistance.

Tap on and tap off with the same Clipper card, contactless bank card or mobile device. Each rider needs their own card or device. Bank cards charge adult fares; use a discount Clipper card or eligible discount ticket for reduced fares. App tickets can cover a group—activate each passenger’s ticket just before boarding.

Accessibility & boarding assistance · Bike space is limited; check the operator’s bicycle policy.

Street-side Ferry Building entrance and façade. This view does not show your selected ferry gate.

Captured 2022-08-26 · Photo by tao on Mapillary · CC BY-SA 4.0. Images help you recognize the area; follow current terminal signs.

FERRY 2 · SF Bay Ferry

Alameda · Main Street

Main Street Alameda Ferry Terminal

This is Main Street Alameda, not Seaplane Lagoon or Harbor Bay. Check the terminal name when choosing a sailing.

Official terminal information · BayAlerts sign-up & service information

Recommended at the dock: 5:10 pm for the 5:25 pm sailing. This guide allows 15 minutes; check the operator’s cutoff and allow extra time for assistance.

Tap on and tap off with the same Clipper card, contactless bank card or mobile device. Each rider needs their own card or device. Bank cards charge adult fares; use a discount Clipper card or eligible discount ticket for reduced fares. App tickets can cover a group—activate each passenger’s ticket just before boarding.

Accessibility & boarding assistance · Bike space is limited; check the operator’s bicycle policy.

Main Street Alameda’s waiting shelter, bike racks and passenger approach beside the parking area. This historical exterior view does not show the boarding gangway.

Captured 2023-10-20 · Photo by sfbaytrail for San Francisco Bay Trail on Mapillary · CC BY-SA 4.0. Images help you recognize the area; follow current terminal signs.

Trip steps · 2 ferries
  1. 4:30 pm · San Francisco · Gate G

    SF Bay Ferry → Alameda · Main Street · arrive 4:50 pm

    35 min connection at Alameda · Main Street. Check the next boarding gate. Includes at least 30 minutes to leave the boat, move between gates and board. Tickets may differ by operator.

    On the water · 4:30 pm San Francisco to Alameda · Main Street
  2. 5:25 pm · Alameda · Main Street

    SF Bay Ferry → Oakland · arrive 5:35 pm

    On the water · 5:25 pm Alameda · Main Street to Oakland
SF Bay Ferry
Leaves San Francisco5:00 pm
85 min
Arrives6:25 pm
1 changeGate G$7.95 adult one way

Alameda · Main Street · 55 min between ferries

Before you board · 5:00 pm San Francisco to Oakland

FERRY 1 · SF Bay Ferry

San Francisco · Ferry Building · Gate G

Ferry Building, Embarcadero at Market Street

Multiple gates serve different operators. The gate shown beside your sailing comes from the schedule; confirm dock signs when you arrive.

Official terminal information · BayAlerts sign-up & service information

Recommended at the dock: 4:45 pm for the 5:00 pm sailing. This guide allows 15 minutes; check the operator’s cutoff and allow extra time for assistance.

Tap on and tap off with the same Clipper card, contactless bank card or mobile device. Each rider needs their own card or device. Bank cards charge adult fares; use a discount Clipper card or eligible discount ticket for reduced fares. App tickets can cover a group—activate each passenger’s ticket just before boarding.

Accessibility & boarding assistance · Bike space is limited; check the operator’s bicycle policy.

Street-side Ferry Building entrance and façade. This view does not show your selected ferry gate.

Captured 2022-08-26 · Photo by tao on Mapillary · CC BY-SA 4.0. Images help you recognize the area; follow current terminal signs.

FERRY 2 · SF Bay Ferry

Alameda · Main Street

Main Street Alameda Ferry Terminal

This is Main Street Alameda, not Seaplane Lagoon or Harbor Bay. Check the terminal name when choosing a sailing.

Official terminal information · BayAlerts sign-up & service information

Recommended at the dock: 6:00 pm for the 6:15 pm sailing. This guide allows 15 minutes; check the operator’s cutoff and allow extra time for assistance.

Tap on and tap off with the same Clipper card, contactless bank card or mobile device. Each rider needs their own card or device. Bank cards charge adult fares; use a discount Clipper card or eligible discount ticket for reduced fares. App tickets can cover a group—activate each passenger’s ticket just before boarding.

Accessibility & boarding assistance · Bike space is limited; check the operator’s bicycle policy.

Main Street Alameda’s waiting shelter, bike racks and passenger approach beside the parking area. This historical exterior view does not show the boarding gangway.

Captured 2023-10-20 · Photo by sfbaytrail for San Francisco Bay Trail on Mapillary · CC BY-SA 4.0. Images help you recognize the area; follow current terminal signs.

Trip steps · 2 ferries
  1. 5:00 pm · San Francisco · Gate G

    SF Bay Ferry → Alameda · Main Street · arrive 5:20 pm

    55 min connection at Alameda · Main Street. Check the next boarding gate. Includes at least 30 minutes to leave the boat, move between gates and board. Tickets may differ by operator.

    On the water · 5:00 pm San Francisco to Alameda · Main Street
  2. 6:15 pm · Alameda · Main Street

    SF Bay Ferry → Oakland · arrive 6:25 pm

    On the water · 6:15 pm Alameda · Main Street to Oakland
SF Bay Ferry
Leaves San Francisco5:50 pm
115 min
Arrives7:45 pm
1 changeGate G$7.95 adult one way

Alameda · Main Street · 85 min between ferries

Before you board · 5:50 pm San Francisco to Oakland

FERRY 1 · SF Bay Ferry

San Francisco · Ferry Building · Gate G

Ferry Building, Embarcadero at Market Street

Multiple gates serve different operators. The gate shown beside your sailing comes from the schedule; confirm dock signs when you arrive.

Official terminal information · BayAlerts sign-up & service information

Recommended at the dock: 5:35 pm for the 5:50 pm sailing. This guide allows 15 minutes; check the operator’s cutoff and allow extra time for assistance.

Tap on and tap off with the same Clipper card, contactless bank card or mobile device. Each rider needs their own card or device. Bank cards charge adult fares; use a discount Clipper card or eligible discount ticket for reduced fares. App tickets can cover a group—activate each passenger’s ticket just before boarding.

Accessibility & boarding assistance · Bike space is limited; check the operator’s bicycle policy.

Street-side Ferry Building entrance and façade. This view does not show your selected ferry gate.

Captured 2022-08-26 · Photo by tao on Mapillary · CC BY-SA 4.0. Images help you recognize the area; follow current terminal signs.

FERRY 2 · SF Bay Ferry

Alameda · Main Street

Main Street Alameda Ferry Terminal

This is Main Street Alameda, not Seaplane Lagoon or Harbor Bay. Check the terminal name when choosing a sailing.

Official terminal information · BayAlerts sign-up & service information

Recommended at the dock: 7:20 pm for the 7:35 pm sailing. This guide allows 15 minutes; check the operator’s cutoff and allow extra time for assistance.

Tap on and tap off with the same Clipper card, contactless bank card or mobile device. Each rider needs their own card or device. Bank cards charge adult fares; use a discount Clipper card or eligible discount ticket for reduced fares. App tickets can cover a group—activate each passenger’s ticket just before boarding.

Accessibility & boarding assistance · Bike space is limited; check the operator’s bicycle policy.

Main Street Alameda’s waiting shelter, bike racks and passenger approach beside the parking area. This historical exterior view does not show the boarding gangway.

Captured 2023-10-20 · Photo by sfbaytrail for San Francisco Bay Trail on Mapillary · CC BY-SA 4.0. Images help you recognize the area; follow current terminal signs.

Trip steps · 2 ferries
  1. 5:50 pm · San Francisco · Gate G

    SF Bay Ferry → Alameda · Main Street · arrive 6:10 pm

    85 min connection at Alameda · Main Street. Check the next boarding gate. Includes at least 30 minutes to leave the boat, move between gates and board. Tickets may differ by operator.

    On the water · 5:50 pm San Francisco to Alameda · Main Street
  2. 7:35 pm · Alameda · Main Street

    SF Bay Ferry → Oakland · arrive 7:45 pm

    On the water · 7:35 pm Alameda · Main Street to Oakland
SF Bay Ferry
Leaves San Francisco7:10 pm
115 min
Arrives9:05 pm
1 changeGate G$7.95 adult one way

Alameda · Main Street · 85 min between ferries

Before you board · 7:10 pm San Francisco to Oakland

FERRY 1 · SF Bay Ferry

San Francisco · Ferry Building · Gate G

Ferry Building, Embarcadero at Market Street

Multiple gates serve different operators. The gate shown beside your sailing comes from the schedule; confirm dock signs when you arrive.

Official terminal information · BayAlerts sign-up & service information

Recommended at the dock: 6:55 pm for the 7:10 pm sailing. This guide allows 15 minutes; check the operator’s cutoff and allow extra time for assistance.

Tap on and tap off with the same Clipper card, contactless bank card or mobile device. Each rider needs their own card or device. Bank cards charge adult fares; use a discount Clipper card or eligible discount ticket for reduced fares. App tickets can cover a group—activate each passenger’s ticket just before boarding.

Accessibility & boarding assistance · Bike space is limited; check the operator’s bicycle policy.

Street-side Ferry Building entrance and façade. This view does not show your selected ferry gate.

Captured 2022-08-26 · Photo by tao on Mapillary · CC BY-SA 4.0. Images help you recognize the area; follow current terminal signs.

FERRY 2 · SF Bay Ferry

Alameda · Main Street

Main Street Alameda Ferry Terminal

This is Main Street Alameda, not Seaplane Lagoon or Harbor Bay. Check the terminal name when choosing a sailing.

Official terminal information · BayAlerts sign-up & service information

Recommended at the dock: 8:40 pm for the 8:55 pm sailing. This guide allows 15 minutes; check the operator’s cutoff and allow extra time for assistance.

Tap on and tap off with the same Clipper card, contactless bank card or mobile device. Each rider needs their own card or device. Bank cards charge adult fares; use a discount Clipper card or eligible discount ticket for reduced fares. App tickets can cover a group—activate each passenger’s ticket just before boarding.

Accessibility & boarding assistance · Bike space is limited; check the operator’s bicycle policy.

Main Street Alameda’s waiting shelter, bike racks and passenger approach beside the parking area. This historical exterior view does not show the boarding gangway.

Captured 2023-10-20 · Photo by sfbaytrail for San Francisco Bay Trail on Mapillary · CC BY-SA 4.0. Images help you recognize the area; follow current terminal signs.

Trip steps · 2 ferries
  1. 7:10 pm · San Francisco · Gate G

    SF Bay Ferry → Alameda · Main Street · arrive 7:30 pm

    85 min connection at Alameda · Main Street. Check the next boarding gate. Includes at least 30 minutes to leave the boat, move between gates and board. Tickets may differ by operator.

    On the water · 7:10 pm San Francisco to Alameda · Main Street
  2. 8:55 pm · Alameda · Main Street

    SF Bay Ferry → Oakland · arrive 9:05 pm

    On the water · 8:55 pm Alameda · Main Street to Oakland
SF Bay Ferry
Leaves San Francisco8:30 pm
140 min
Arrives10:50 pm
1 changeGate G$7.95 adult one way

Alameda · Main Street · 110 min between ferries

Before you board · 8:30 pm San Francisco to Oakland

FERRY 1 · SF Bay Ferry

San Francisco · Ferry Building · Gate G

Ferry Building, Embarcadero at Market Street

Multiple gates serve different operators. The gate shown beside your sailing comes from the schedule; confirm dock signs when you arrive.

Official terminal information · BayAlerts sign-up & service information

Recommended at the dock: 8:15 pm for the 8:30 pm sailing. This guide allows 15 minutes; check the operator’s cutoff and allow extra time for assistance.

Tap on and tap off with the same Clipper card, contactless bank card or mobile device. Each rider needs their own card or device. Bank cards charge adult fares; use a discount Clipper card or eligible discount ticket for reduced fares. App tickets can cover a group—activate each passenger’s ticket just before boarding.

Accessibility & boarding assistance · Bike space is limited; check the operator’s bicycle policy.

Street-side Ferry Building entrance and façade. This view does not show your selected ferry gate.

Captured 2022-08-26 · Photo by tao on Mapillary · CC BY-SA 4.0. Images help you recognize the area; follow current terminal signs.

FERRY 2 · SF Bay Ferry

Alameda · Main Street

Main Street Alameda Ferry Terminal

This is Main Street Alameda, not Seaplane Lagoon or Harbor Bay. Check the terminal name when choosing a sailing.

Official terminal information · BayAlerts sign-up & service information

Recommended at the dock: 10:25 pm for the 10:40 pm sailing. This guide allows 15 minutes; check the operator’s cutoff and allow extra time for assistance.

Tap on and tap off with the same Clipper card, contactless bank card or mobile device. Each rider needs their own card or device. Bank cards charge adult fares; use a discount Clipper card or eligible discount ticket for reduced fares. App tickets can cover a group—activate each passenger’s ticket just before boarding.

Accessibility & boarding assistance · Bike space is limited; check the operator’s bicycle policy.

Main Street Alameda’s waiting shelter, bike racks and passenger approach beside the parking area. This historical exterior view does not show the boarding gangway.

Captured 2023-10-20 · Photo by sfbaytrail for San Francisco Bay Trail on Mapillary · CC BY-SA 4.0. Images help you recognize the area; follow current terminal signs.

Trip steps · 2 ferries
  1. 8:30 pm · San Francisco · Gate G

    SF Bay Ferry → Alameda · Main Street · arrive 8:50 pm

    110 min connection at Alameda · Main Street. Check the next boarding gate. Includes at least 30 minutes to leave the boat, move between gates and board. Tickets may differ by operator.

    On the water · 8:30 pm San Francisco to Alameda · Main Street
  2. 10:40 pm · Alameda · Main Street

    SF Bay Ferry → Oakland · arrive 10:50 pm

    On the water · 10:40 pm Alameda · Main Street to Oakland

Waterfront dining, a marina walk, and a laid-back afternoon at Jack London Square.

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Your crossing, step by step

  1. 9:20 am · San Francisco · Gate G

    SF Bay Ferry → Alameda · Main Street · arrive 9:40 am

    80 min connection at Alameda · Main Street. Check the next boarding gate. Includes at least 30 minutes to leave the boat, move between gates and board. Tickets may differ by operator.

    On the water · 9:20 am San Francisco to Alameda · Main Street
  2. 11:00 am · Alameda · Main Street

    SF Bay Ferry → Oakland · arrive 11:10 am

    On the water · 11:00 am Alameda · Main Street to Oakland
Know your dock

Start at San Francisco

Ferry Building, Embarcadero at Market Street

Multiple gates serve different operators. The gate shown beside your sailing comes from the schedule; confirm dock signs when you arrive.

Parking before the ride

No public terminal parking. Nearby commercial garages charge their own rates; leave extra time to walk to the dock.

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Tickets & payment

SF Bay Ferry
Tap on and tap off with the same Clipper card, contactless bank card or mobile device. Each rider needs their own card or device. Bank cards charge adult fares; use a discount Clipper card or eligible discount ticket for reduced fares. App tickets can cover a group—activate each passenger’s ticket just before boarding.

Fares checked October 1, 2026. Eligible youth, senior, disability, and other discounts vary by operator.

Access & bikes

Check your operator’s accessible boarding and bike guidance. Bike space is limited.

SF Bay Ferry accessibility
A little time on the other side?Explore near Oakland →
Sources & service changes

SF Bay Ferry timetable last retrieved Oct 9, 2026. Published coverage through Sun, Nov 1. BayAlerts sign-up & service information · Fare source

Scheduled times are not live predictions. Cancellations and delays are not supplied by these feeds.

Showing scheduled ferry service. All times Pacific. Special-event sailings and the Oakland–Alameda water shuttle are outside this planner.

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MARINEAST BAYPENINSULASan Francisco BayNMare Island1Mare IslandVallejo2VallejoLarkspur3LarkspurRichmond4RichmondTiburon5TiburonAngel Island · Ayala Cove6Angel IslandSausalito7SausalitoSan Francisco · Pier 418Pier 41San Francisco · Ferry Building9Ferry BuildingSan FranciscoOakland · Jack London Square10OaklandAlameda · Main Street11Main StreetAlamedaAlameda · Seaplane Lagoon12SeaplaneLagoonAlameda · Harbor Bay13Harbor BaySouth San Francisco · Oyster Point14South SFOyster Point
StartDestinationScheduled routeSchematic routes · not for navigation

Lines reflect available schedules for Oct 10. Stops depend on the sailing. Select a crossing for exact times.

THE WATERFRONT EDIT

The other shore,
at walking pace.

A waterfront lunch. A little exploring. A new view of home.

Know what you’re looking at.

Times are scheduled departures, not live boat predictions. Official feeds refresh here automatically. Delays, weather, and cancellations can still change a sailing.

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