How to get from Union Square to Golden Gate Bridge by bus?

From Union Square to Golden Gate Bridge by bus

To get from Union Square to Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, take the 45 bus from Stockton St & Sutter St station to Union St & Van Ness Ave station. Next, take the 101 bus from Van Ness Ave & Union St station to Golden Gate Bridge Toll Plaza station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 44 min. The ride fare is $5.00. The bus schedule from Union Square may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Golden Gate Bridge on the Moovit app.

44min$5.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4545
Bus - 101101
Walk to Golden Gate Bridge
Leaves from Stockton St & Sutter St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Stockton St & Sutter St
    ID 16523
    170 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4545
    Wait for bus
    45
    Lyon + Greenwich
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Union St & Van Ness Ave
    ID 16786
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Van Ness Ave & Union St
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 101101
    Wait for bus
    101
    Novato
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Golden Gate Bridge Toll Plaza
    ID toll
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to Golden Gate Bridge
    Walk to
    Golden Gate Bridge
    Golden Gate Brg
    0.81 mi • 17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Union Square to Golden Gate Bridge

The distance between Union Square, San Francisco and Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco is approximately 5.75 mi, which can typically be travelled in 44 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Union Square to Golden Gate Bridge by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in San Francisco – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Union Square to Golden Gate Bridge

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Union Square to Golden Gate Bridge?

    The fastest way takes 44 minutes, using Bus line 45, Bus line 101.

  • Is there a direct bus between Union Square and Golden Gate Bridge?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 44 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Union Square to Golden Gate Bridge?

    The 45 bus line goes from Stockton St & Sutter St station near Union Square in Downton/Civic Center to Union St & Van Ness Ave station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Union St & Van Ness Ave station near Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco.

  • How long does it take to travel from Union Square to Golden Gate Bridge by bus?

    The total travel time between Union Square in Downton/Civic Center and Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco by bus is about 44 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Union Square to get to Golden Gate Bridge?

    Get on the 45 bus from the Stockton St & Sutter St stop near Union Square in Downton/Civic Center.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Union Square and Golden Gate Bridge?

    Get off the bus at the Union St & Van Ness Ave stop, which is closest to Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco.

  • How much is the bus fare from Union Square to Golden Gate Bridge?

    The ride from Union Square to Golden Gate Bridge costs $5.00.

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