How to get from San Francisco Zoo to Union Square by light rail?

From San Francisco Zoo to Union Square by light rail

Take one direct light rail from San Francisco Zoo to Union Square in Downton/Civic Center: take the L light rail from Wawona/46th Ave /SF Zoo station to Metro Powell Station/Downtown station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 51 min. The ride fare is $2.75. The light rail schedule from San Francisco Zoo may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail schedule to Union Square on the Moovit app.

51min$2.75
Walk to light rail stationLight Rail - L
Light Rail - L
Walk to Union Square
Leaves from Wawona/46th Ave /SF Zoo

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Wawona/46th Ave /SF Zoo
    ID 16932
    700 yd • 8 min
  • 2
    Light Rail - L
    Wait for light rail
    L
    Embarcadero Station
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Metro Powell Station/Downtown
    ID 15417
    35 min
  • 4
    Walk to Union Square
    Walk to
    Union Square
    690 yd • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from San Francisco Zoo to Union Square

The distance between San Francisco Zoo, Downton/Civic Center and Union Square, Downton/Civic Center is approximately 7.88 mi, which can typically be travelled in 51 min. Moovit will show you the directions from San Francisco Zoo to Union Square by light rail, so no matter how you choose to travel in Downton/Civic Center – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Light Rail schedule from San Francisco Zoo to Union Square

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

    The fastest way takes 51 minutes, using Light Rail line L.

  • Is there a direct light rail between San Francisco Zoo and Union Square?

    Yes, there’s a direct light rail going from San Francisco Zoo in Lakeshore to Union Square in Downton/Civic Center in 51 min.

  • Which light rail line goes from San Francisco Zoo to Union Square?

    The L light rail line goes from Wawona/46th Ave /SF Zoo station near San Francisco Zoo in Lakeshore to Metro Powell Station/Downtown station near Union Square in Downton/Civic Center.

  • How long does it take to travel from San Francisco Zoo to Union Square by light rail?

    The total travel time between San Francisco Zoo in Lakeshore and Union Square in Downton/Civic Center by light rail is about 51 min.

  • Where do I get on the light rail near San Francisco Zoo to get to Union Square?

    Get on the L light rail from the Wawona/46th Ave /SF Zoo station near San Francisco Zoo in Lakeshore.

  • Where do I get off the light rail when travelling between San Francisco Zoo and Union Square?

    Get off the light rail at the Metro Powell Station/Downtown station, which is closest to Union Square in Downton/Civic Center.

  • When is the first bus from San Francisco Zoo to Union Square?

    The first bus from San Francisco Zoo in Lakeshore to Union Square in Downton/Civic Center is Owl Taraval. It leaves the Wawona/46th Ave /SF Zoo stop at 9:10 PM.

  • How much is the light rail fare from San Francisco Zoo to Union Square?

    The ride from San Francisco Zoo to Union Square costs $2.75.

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