How to get from Balboa Park to Polo Fields by bus?

From Balboa Park to Polo Fields by bus

Take one direct bus from Balboa Park to Polo Fields in Golden Gate Park: take the 29 bus from Ocean Ave & I-280 on Ramp station to Lincoln Way & 34th Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 41 min. The ride fare is $2.75. The bus schedule from Balboa Park may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Polo Fields on the Moovit app.

41min$2.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2929
Walk to Polo Fields
Leaves from Ocean Ave & I-280 on Ramp

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ocean Ave & I-280 on Ramp
    ID 17804
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2929
    Wait for bus
    29
    Baker Beach
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lincoln Way & 34th Ave
    ID 17853
    36 min
  • 4
    Walk to Polo Fields
    Walk to
    Polo Fields
    Golden Gate Park
    350 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Balboa Park to Polo Fields by BART and bus

To get from Balboa Park to Polo Fields in Golden Gate Park, take the RED BART from Balboa Park station to Civic Center / UN Plaza station. Next, take the 5R bus from McAllister St & Jones St station to Fulton St & 33rd Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 50 min. The ride fare is $5.30. The bus schedule from Balboa Park may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Polo Fields on the Moovit app.

50min$5.30
BART - RED
BART - RED
Bus - 5R5R
Walk to Polo Fields
Leaves from Balboa Park

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from BART station
    Start from BART station
    Balboa Park
  • 2
    BART - RED
    Wait for BART
    RED
    SFO / SF / Richmond
  • 3
    Ride to BART station
    Ride to BART station
    Civic Center / UN Plaza
    ID 901409
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    McAllister St & Jones St
    ID 17563
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 5R5R
    Wait for bus
    5R
    Ocean Beach
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fulton St & 33rd Ave
    ID 14211
    29 min
  • 7
    Walk to Polo Fields
    Walk to
    Polo Fields
    Golden Gate Park
    610 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Balboa Park to Polo Fields

The distance between Balboa Park, Golden Gate Park and Polo Fields, Golden Gate Park is approximately 6.43 mi, which can typically be travelled in 41 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Balboa Park to Polo Fields by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Golden Gate Park – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Balboa Park to Polo Fields

To check the bus schedule from Balboa Park to Polo Fields using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Balboa Park) and destination (Polo Fields), 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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From Balboa Park to Polo Fields by BART and bus

To get from Balboa Park to Polo Fields in Golden Gate Park, take the RED BART from Balboa Park station to Civic Center / UN Plaza station. Next, take the 5R bus from McAllister St & Jones St station to Fulton St & 33rd Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 50 min. The ride fare is $5.30. The bus schedule from Balboa Park may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Polo Fields on the Moovit app.

50min$5.30
BART - RED
BART - RED
Bus - 5R5R
Walk to Polo Fields
Leaves from Balboa Park

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from BART station
    Start from BART station
    Balboa Park
  • 2
    BART - RED
    Wait for BART
    RED
    SFO / SF / Richmond
  • 3
    Ride to BART station
    Ride to BART station
    Civic Center / UN Plaza
    ID 901409
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    McAllister St & Jones St
    ID 17563
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 5R5R
    Wait for bus
    5R
    Ocean Beach
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Fulton St & 33rd Ave
    ID 14211
    29 min
  • 7
    Walk to Polo Fields
    Walk to
    Polo Fields
    Golden Gate Park
    610 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Balboa Park to Polo Fields?

    The fastest way takes 41 minutes, using Bus line 29.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Balboa Park to Polo Fields?

    The alternative route takes 50 minutes, using BART line RED, Bus line 5R.

  • Is there a direct bus between Balboa Park and Polo Fields?

    Yes, there’s a direct bus going from Balboa Park in Outer Mission to Polo Fields in Golden Gate Park in 41 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Balboa Park to Polo Fields?

    The 29 bus line goes from Ocean Ave & I-280 on Ramp station near Balboa Park in Outer Mission to Baker Beach station near Polo Fields in Golden Gate Park.

  • How long does it take to travel from Balboa Park to Polo Fields by bus?

    The total travel time between Balboa Park in Outer Mission and Polo Fields in Golden Gate Park by bus is about 41 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Balboa Park to get to Polo Fields?

    Get on the 29 bus from the Ocean Ave & I-280 on Ramp stop near Balboa Park in Outer Mission.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Balboa Park and Polo Fields?

    Get off the bus at the Baker Beach stop, which is closest to Polo Fields in Golden Gate Park.

  • When is the first bus from Balboa Park to Polo Fields?

    The first bus from Balboa Park in Outer Mission to Polo Fields in Golden Gate Park is Sunset. It leaves the Ocean Ave & I-280 on Ramp stop at 12:01 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Balboa Park to Polo Fields?

    The ride from Balboa Park to Polo Fields costs $2.75.

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