How to get from South San Francisco to Union Square by bus and train?

From South San Francisco to Union Square by bus and train

To get from South San Francisco to Union Square in Downton/Civic Center, take the EXPRESS train from South San Francisco Caltrain station to San Francisco station. Next, take the 45 bus from Townsend St & Lusk St/Caltrain station to Stockton St & Sutter St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 44 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 Union Square on the Moovit app.

44min$6.25
Walk to train stationTrain - EXPRESS
EXPRESS
Bus - 4545
Walk to Union Square
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
    Townsend St & Lusk St/Caltrain
    ID 18110
    200 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4545
    Wait for bus
    45
    Lyon + Greenwich
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stockton St & Sutter St
    ID 16523
    15 min
  • 7
    Walk to Union Square
    Walk to
    Union Square
    170 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from South San Francisco to Union Square

The distance between South San Francisco, Downton/Civic Center and Union Square, Downton/Civic Center is approximately 10.78 mi, which can typically be travelled in 44 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South San Francisco to Union Square by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Downton/Civic Center – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from South San Francisco to Union Square

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

    The fastest way takes 44 minutes, using Train line EXPRESS, Bus line 45.

  • Is there a direct train between South San Francisco and Union Square?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 44 min.

  • Which train line goes from South San Francisco to Union Square?

    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 Union Square in Downton/Civic Center.

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

    The total travel time between South San Francisco in San Francisco - San Jose, CA and Union Square in Downton/Civic Center by train and bus is about 44 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near South San Francisco to get to Union Square?

    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 Union Square?

    Get off the train at the San Francisco stop, which is closest to Union Square in Downton/Civic Center.

  • When is the first train from South San Francisco to Union Square?

    The first train from South San Francisco in San Francisco - San Jose, CA to Union Square in Downton/Civic Center is San Francisco Caltrain Southbound - San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound. It leaves the South San Francisco Caltrain station at 10:45 PM.

  • How much is the train fare from South San Francisco to Union Square?

    The ride from South San Francisco to Union Square costs $6.25.

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