How to get from Silicon Valley to Pier 39 by bus and train?

From Silicon Valley to Pier 39 by bus and train

To get from Silicon Valley to Pier 39 in North Beach, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 21 bus from Waverley & Homer (W) station to Hamilton & High (S) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LOCAL WEEKDAY train and finally take the 30 bus from Townsend St & Lusk St/Caltrain station to Columbus Ave & North Point St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 55 min. The ride fare is $13.25. The bus and train schedule from Silicon Valley may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Pier 39 on the Moovit app.

115min$13.25

LOCAL WEEKDAY

Leaves from Waverley & Homer (W)

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
Waverley & Homer (W)
ID 61559
370 yd • 5 min
2
21
Wait for bus
21
Stanford Shopping Ctr
3
Ride to bus station
Hamilton & High (S)
ID 61562
3 min
4
Walk to train station
Palo Alto
ID palo_alto
160 yd • 2 min
5

Wait for train
LOCAL WEEKDAY
San Francisco
6
Ride to train station
San Francisco
51 min
7
Walk to bus station
Townsend St & Lusk St/Caltrain
ID 18109
180 yd • 3 min
8
30
Wait for bus
30
The Presidio
9
Ride to bus station
Columbus Ave & North Point St
ID 14116
30 min
10
Walk to
Pier 39
225 Jefferson St
510 yd • 6 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Public transit directions from Silicon Valley to Pier 39

The distance between Silicon Valley, North Beach and Pier 39, North Beach is approximately 33.73 mi, which can typically be travelled in 115 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Silicon Valley to Pier 39 by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in North Beach – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Silicon Valley to Pier 39

To check the bus and train schedule from Silicon Valley to Pier 39 using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Silicon Valley) and destination (Pier 39), 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.

Questions & Answers

What is the fastest way to get from Silicon Valley to Pier 39?
The fastest way takes 115 minutes, using Bus line 21, Train line LOCAL WEEKDAY, Bus line 30.
Is there a direct bus between Silicon Valley and Pier 39?
No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 55 min.
Which bus line goes from Silicon Valley to Pier 39?
The 21 bus line goes from Waverley & Homer (W) station near Silicon Valley in Palo Alto to Hamilton & High (S) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Hamilton & High (S) station near Pier 39 in North Beach.
How long does it take to travel from Silicon Valley to Pier 39 by bus and train?
The total travel time between Silicon Valley in Palo Alto and Pier 39 in North Beach by bus and train is about 1 hr 55 min.
Where do I get on the bus near Silicon Valley to get to Pier 39?
Get on the 21 bus from the Waverley & Homer (W) stop near Silicon Valley in Palo Alto.
Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Silicon Valley and Pier 39?
Get off the bus at the Hamilton & High (S) stop, which is closest to Pier 39 in North Beach.
How much is the total bus and train fare from Silicon Valley to Pier 39?
The ride from Silicon Valley to Pier 39 costs $13.25.

Last updated on October 17, 2026

How to get from Silicon Valley to Pier 39 by bus and train?

From Silicon Valley to Pier 39 by bus and train

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