How to get from Embarcadero Station to Powell Street by light rail?

Embarcadero Station to Powell Street - Light Rail Schedule

The J light rail from Embarcadero Station to Powell Street runs from 6:00 AM to 11:58 PM, with departures every 15-20 min. The trip takes about 6 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Embarcadero Station to Powell Street by light rail

Take one direct light rail from Embarcadero Station to Powell Street in San Francisco: take the J light rail from A3 Market Street & Front Street (NW) Entrance / Exit station to Metro Powell Station/Outbound station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 6 min. The ride fare is $2.75. The light rail schedule from Embarcadero Station may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail schedule to Powell Street on the Moovit app.

6min$2.75
Walk to light rail station
Light Rail - J
Walk to Powell Street
Leaves from A3 Market Street & Front Street (NW) Entrance / Exit

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    A3 Market Street & Front Street (NW) Entrance / Exit
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Light Rail - J
    Wait for light rail
    J
    Balboa Park
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Metro Powell Station/Outbound
    ID 16995
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to Powell Street
    Walk to
    Powell Street
    Market Street
    60 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Embarcadero Station to Powell Street

The distance between Embarcadero Station, San Francisco and Powell Street, San Francisco is approximately 1 mi, which can typically be traveled in 6 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Embarcadero Station to Powell Street by light rail, so no matter how you choose to travel in San Francisco – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Light Rail schedule from Embarcadero Station to Powell Street

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Embarcadero Station to Powell Street?

    The fastest way takes 6 minutes, using Light Rail line J.

  • Is there a direct light rail between Embarcadero Station and Powell Street?

    Yes, there’s a direct light rail going from Embarcadero Station in Financial District to Powell Street in San Francisco in 6 min.

  • Which light rail line goes from Embarcadero Station to Powell Street?

    The J light rail line goes from A3 Market Street & Front Street (NW) Entrance / Exit station near Embarcadero Station in Financial District to Metro Powell Station/Outbound station near Powell Street in San Francisco.

  • How long does it take to travel from Embarcadero Station to Powell Street by light rail?

    The total travel time between Embarcadero Station in Financial District and Powell Street in San Francisco by light rail is about 6 min.

  • Where do I get on the light rail near Embarcadero Station to get to Powell Street?

    Get on the J light rail from the A3 Market Street & Front Street (NW) Entrance / Exit station near Embarcadero Station in Financial District.

  • Where do I get off the light rail when traveling between Embarcadero Station and Powell Street?

    Get off the light rail at the Metro Powell Station/Outbound station, which is closest to Powell Street in San Francisco.

  • When is the first BART from Embarcadero Station to Powell Street?

    The first BART from Embarcadero Station in Financial District to Powell Street in San Francisco is Daly City - Berryessa/North San José. It leaves the A3 Market Street & Front Street (NW) Entrance / Exit station at 10:05 PM.

  • When is the first bus from Embarcadero Station to Powell Street?

    The first bus from Embarcadero Station in Financial District to Powell Street in San Francisco is Owl Taraval. It leaves the Market St & Drumm St stop at 9:01 PM.

  • How much is the light rail fare from Embarcadero Station to Powell Street?

    The ride from Embarcadero Station to Powell Street costs $2.75.

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