How to get from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk to Pier 39 by bus and train?

From Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk to Pier 39 by bus and train

To get from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk to Pier 39 in North Beach, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 17 bus from Front (Trader Joe'S) station to Diridon Station (Caltrain Depot) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LOCAL WEEKDAY train and finally take the 8 bus from Bryant St & 4th St station to Kearny St & North Point St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 23 min. The ride fare is $20.00. The bus and train schedule from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Pier 39 on the Moovit app.

203min$20.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1717
Train - LOCAL WEEKDAY
LOCAL WEEKDAY
Bus - 88
Walk to Pier 39
Leaves from Front (Trader Joe'S)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Front (Trader Joe'S)
    ID 2764
    0.93 mi • 19 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1717
    Wait for bus
    17
    San Jose
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Diridon Station (Caltrain Depot)
    ID 0904
    49 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    San Jose Diridon
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - LOCAL WEEKDAY
    Wait for train
    LOCAL WEEKDAY
    San Francisco
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    San Francisco
    78 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bryant St & 4th St
    ID 13723
    460 yd • 6 min
  • 8
    Bus - 88
    Wait for bus
    8
    Fisherman`S Wharf
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kearny St & North Point St
    ID 14823
    24 min
  • 10
    Walk to Pier 39
    Walk to
    Pier 39
    The Embarcadero
    350 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk to Pier 39

The distance between Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, North Beach and Pier 39, North Beach is approximately 81.85 mi, which can typically be travelled in 203 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk 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 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk to Pier 39

To check the bus and train schedule from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk to Pier 39 using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk) 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.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk to Pier 39?

    The fastest way takes 203 minutes, using Bus line 17, Train line LOCAL WEEKDAY, Bus line 8.

  • Is there a direct bus between Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Pier 39?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 23 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk to Pier 39?

    The 17 bus line goes from Front (Trader Joe'S) station near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in San Francisco - San Jose, CA to Diridon Station (Caltrain Depot) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Diridon Station (Caltrain Depot) station near Pier 39 in North Beach.

  • How long does it take to travel from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk to Pier 39 by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in San Francisco - San Jose, CA and Pier 39 in North Beach by bus and train is about 3 hr 23 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk to get to Pier 39?

    Get on the 17 bus from the Front (Trader Joe'S) stop near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in San Francisco - San Jose, CA.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Pier 39?

    Get off the bus at the Diridon Station (Caltrain Depot) stop, which is closest to Pier 39 in North Beach.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk to Pier 39?

    The ride from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk to Pier 39 costs $20.00.

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