How to get from California Academy of Sciences to Union Square by bus?

From California Academy of Sciences to Union Square by bus

To get from California Academy of Sciences to Union Square in Downton/Civic Center, take the 44 bus from Concourse Dr at Acad of Sciences station to 6th Ave & Geary Blvd station. Next, take the 38R bus from Geary Blvd & 6th Ave station to O'Farrell St & Powell St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 37 min. The ride fare is $2.75. The bus schedule from California Academy of Sciences may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Union Square on the Moovit app.

37min$2.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4444
Bus - 38R38R
Walk to Union Square
Leaves from Concourse Dr at Acad of Sciences

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Concourse Dr at Acad of Sciences
    ID 14771
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4444
    Wait for bus
    44
    California + 6th Ave
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    6th Ave & Geary Blvd
    ID 13184
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Geary Blvd & 6th Ave
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 38R38R
    Wait for bus
    38R
    Transit Center
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    O'Farrell St & Powell St
    ID 15817
    20 min
  • 7
    Walk to Union Square
    Walk to
    Union Square
    430 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from California Academy of Sciences to Union Square

The distance between California Academy of Sciences, Downton/Civic Center and Union Square, Downton/Civic Center is approximately 4.25 mi, which can typically be travelled in 37 min. Moovit will show you the directions from California Academy of Sciences to Union Square by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Downton/Civic Center – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from California Academy of Sciences to Union Square

To check the bus schedule from California Academy of Sciences to Union Square using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (California Academy of Sciences) and destination (Union Square), 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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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from California Academy of Sciences to Union Square?

    The fastest way takes 37 minutes, using Bus line 44, Bus line 38R.

  • Is there a direct bus between California Academy of Sciences and Union Square?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 37 min.

  • Which bus line goes from California Academy of Sciences to Union Square?

    The 44 bus line goes from Concourse Dr at Acad of Sciences station near California Academy of Sciences in Golden Gate Park to 6th Ave & Geary Blvd station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till 6th Ave & Geary Blvd station near Union Square in Downton/Civic Center.

  • How long does it take to travel from California Academy of Sciences to Union Square by bus?

    The total travel time between California Academy of Sciences in Golden Gate Park and Union Square in Downton/Civic Center by bus is about 37 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near California Academy of Sciences to get to Union Square?

    Get on the 44 bus from the Concourse Dr at Acad of Sciences stop near California Academy of Sciences in Golden Gate Park.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between California Academy of Sciences and Union Square?

    Get off the bus at the 6th Ave & Geary Blvd stop, which is closest to Union Square in Downton/Civic Center.

  • When is the first bus from California Academy of Sciences to Union Square?

    The first bus from California Academy of Sciences in Golden Gate Park to Union Square in Downton/Civic Center is Fulton. It leaves the Fulton St & 8th Ave stop at 9:17 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from California Academy of Sciences to Union Square?

    The ride from California Academy of Sciences to Union Square costs $2.75.

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