How to get from South San Francisco to Ghirardelli Square by bus and train?

South San Francisco to Ghirardelli Square - Train Schedule

The EXPRESS train from South San Francisco to Ghirardelli Square departs once a day at 8:09 AM. The trip takes about 1 hr 6 min.

From South San Francisco to Ghirardelli Square by bus and train

To get from South San Francisco to Ghirardelli Square in Russian Hill, take the EXPRESS train from South San Francisco Caltrain station to San Francisco station. Next, take the 30 bus from Townsend St & Lusk St/Caltrain station to North Point St & Polk St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 6 min. The ride fare is $6.25. The bus and train schedule from South San Francisco may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Ghirardelli Square on the Moovit app.

66min$6.25
Walk to train stationTrain - EXPRESS
EXPRESS
Bus - 3030
Walk to Ghirardelli Square
Leaves from South San Francisco Caltrain

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    South San Francisco Caltrain
    ID south_sf
    320 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    EXPRESS
    San Francisco
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    San Francisco
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Townsend St & Lusk St/Caltrain
    ID 18109
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 3030
    Wait for bus
    30
    The Presidio
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    North Point St & Polk St
    31 min
  • 7
    Walk to Ghirardelli Square
    Walk to
    Ghirardelli Square
    Beach Street
    150 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from South San Francisco to Ghirardelli Square

The distance between South San Francisco, Russian Hill and Ghirardelli Square, Russian Hill is approximately 12.41 mi, which can typically be travelled in 66 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South San Francisco to Ghirardelli Square by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Russian Hill – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from South San Francisco to Ghirardelli Square

To check the bus and train schedule from South San Francisco to Ghirardelli Square using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (South San Francisco) and destination (Ghirardelli Square), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from South San Francisco to Ghirardelli Square?

    The fastest way takes 66 minutes, using Train line EXPRESS, Bus line 30.

  • Is there a direct train between South San Francisco and Ghirardelli Square?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 6 min.

  • Which train line goes from South San Francisco to Ghirardelli Square?

    The EXPRESS train line goes from South San Francisco Caltrain station near South San Francisco in San Francisco - San Jose, CA to San Francisco station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till San Francisco station near Ghirardelli Square in Russian Hill.

  • How long does it take to travel from South San Francisco to Ghirardelli Square by train and bus?

    The total travel time between South San Francisco in San Francisco - San Jose, CA and Ghirardelli Square in Russian Hill by train and bus is about 1 hr 6 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near South San Francisco to get to Ghirardelli Square?

    Get on the EXPRESS train from the South San Francisco Caltrain station near South San Francisco in San Francisco - San Jose, CA.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between South San Francisco and Ghirardelli Square?

    Get off the train at the San Francisco stop, which is closest to Ghirardelli Square in Russian Hill.

  • How much is the train fare from South San Francisco to Ghirardelli Square?

    The ride from South San Francisco to Ghirardelli Square costs $6.25.

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