How to get from Union Square to Ghirardelli Square by cable car?

From Union Square to Ghirardelli Square by cable car

Take one direct cable car from Union Square to Ghirardelli Square in Russian Hill: take the PH cable car from Powell St & Sutter St station to Hyde St & North Point St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 19 min. The ride fare is $8.00. The cable car schedule from Union Square may change. We recommend you check the updated cable car schedule to Ghirardelli Square on the Moovit app.

19min$8.00
Walk to cable car station
Cable Car - PHPH
Walk to Ghirardelli Square
Leaves from Powell St & Sutter St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to cable car station
    Walk to cable car station
    Powell St & Sutter St
    ID 16075
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Cable Car - PHPH
    Wait for cable car
    PH
    Beach & Hyde
  • 3
    Ride to cable car station
    Ride to cable car station
    Hyde St & North Point St
    ID 15080
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to Ghirardelli Square
    Walk to
    Ghirardelli Square
    Beach Street
    310 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Union Square to Ghirardelli Square

The distance between Union Square, Russian Hill and Ghirardelli Square, Russian Hill is approximately 1.91 mi, which can typically be travelled in 19 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Union Square to Ghirardelli Square by cable car, so no matter how you choose to travel in Russian Hill – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Cable Car schedule from Union Square to Ghirardelli Square

To check the cable car schedule from Union Square to Ghirardelli Square using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Union Square) and destination (Ghirardelli Square), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available cable car routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each cable car, 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 cable car schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Union Square to Ghirardelli Square?

    The fastest way takes 19 minutes, using Cable Car line PH.

  • Is there a direct cable car between Union Square and Ghirardelli Square?

    Yes, there’s a direct cable car going from Union Square in Downton/Civic Center to Ghirardelli Square in Russian Hill in 19 min.

  • Which cable car line goes from Union Square to Ghirardelli Square?

    The PH cable car line goes from Powell St & Sutter St station near Union Square in Downton/Civic Center to Hyde St & North Point St station near Ghirardelli Square in Russian Hill.

  • How long does it take to travel from Union Square to Ghirardelli Square by cable car?

    The total travel time between Union Square in Downton/Civic Center and Ghirardelli Square in Russian Hill by cable car is about 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the cable car near Union Square to get to Ghirardelli Square?

    Get on the PH cable car from the Powell St & Sutter St station near Union Square in Downton/Civic Center.

  • Where do I get off the cable car when travelling between Union Square and Ghirardelli Square?

    Get off the cable car at the Hyde St & North Point St station, which is closest to Ghirardelli Square in Russian Hill.

  • When is the last cable car from Union Square to Ghirardelli Square?

    The last cable car from Union Square in Downton/Civic Center to Ghirardelli Square in Russian Hill is the Powell - Hyde Cable Car line. It leaves the Powell St & Sutter St station at 4:03 PM.

  • When is the first bus from Union Square to Ghirardelli Square?

    The first bus from Union Square in Downton/Civic Center to Ghirardelli Square in Russian Hill is 3rd - 19th Ave Owl. It leaves the Stockton St & Sutter St stop at 9:13 PM.

  • How much is the cable car fare from Union Square to Ghirardelli Square?

    The ride from Union Square to Ghirardelli Square costs $8.00.

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