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How to get from South San Francisco to Pier 43 by bus and train?

South San Francisco to Pier 43 - Train Schedule

The EXPRESS train from South San Francisco to Pier 43 departs once a day at 8:09 AM. The trip takes about 45 min.

From South San Francisco to Pier 43 by bus and train

To get from South San Francisco to Pier 43 in North Beach, take the EXPRESS train from South San Francisco Caltrain station to San Francisco station. Next, take the 8BX bus from Bryant St & 4th St station to Powell St & Bay St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 45 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 Pier 43 on the Moovit app.

45min$6.25
Walk to train stationTrain - EXPRESS
EXPRESS
Bus - 8BX8BX
Walk to Pier 43
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
    Bryant St & 4th St
    ID 13723
    460 yd • 6 min
  • 5
    Bus - 8BX8BX
    Wait for bus
    8BX
    Fisherman`S Wharf
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Powell St & Bay St
    ID 16045
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to Pier 43
    Walk to
    Pier 43
    The Embarcadero
    450 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from South San Francisco to Pier 43

The distance between South San Francisco, North Beach and Pier 43, North Beach is approximately 11.97 mi, which can typically be travelled in 45 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South San Francisco to Pier 43 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 South San Francisco to Pier 43

To check the bus and train schedule from South San Francisco to Pier 43 using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (South San Francisco) and destination (Pier 43), 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 South San Francisco to Pier 43?

    The fastest way takes 45 minutes, using Train line EXPRESS, Bus line 8BX.

  • Is there a direct train between South San Francisco and Pier 43?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 45 min.

  • Which train line goes from South San Francisco to Pier 43?

    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 Pier 43 in North Beach.

  • How long does it take to travel from South San Francisco to Pier 43 by train and bus?

    The total travel time between South San Francisco in San Francisco - San Jose, CA and Pier 43 in North Beach by train and bus is about 45 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near South San Francisco to get to Pier 43?

    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 Pier 43?

    Get off the train at the San Francisco stop, which is closest to Pier 43 in North Beach.

  • How much is the train fare from South San Francisco to Pier 43?

    The ride from South San Francisco to Pier 43 costs $6.25.