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

From San Francisco State University to Union Square by light rail

Take one direct light rail from San Francisco State University to Union Square in Downton/Civic Center: take the M light rail from 19th Ave & Holloway Ave station to Metro Powell Station/Downtown station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 44 min. The ride fare is $2.75. The light rail schedule from San Francisco State University may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail schedule to Union Square on the Moovit app.

44min$2.75
Walk to light rail stationLight Rail - M
Light Rail - M
Walk to Union Square
Leaves from 19th Ave & Holloway Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    19th Ave & Holloway Ave
    750 yd • 9 min
  • 2
    Light Rail - M
    Wait for light rail
    M
    Embarcadero Station
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Metro Powell Station/Downtown
    ID 15417
    27 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 State University to Union Square

The distance between San Francisco State University, Downton/Civic Center and Union Square, Downton/Civic Center is approximately 6.77 mi, which can typically be travelled in 44 min. Moovit will show you the directions from San Francisco State University 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 State University to Union Square

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

    The fastest way takes 44 minutes, using Light Rail line M.

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

    Yes, there’s a direct light rail going from San Francisco State University in Lakeshore to Union Square in Downton/Civic Center in 44 min.

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

    The M light rail line goes from 19th Ave & Holloway Ave station near San Francisco State University 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 State University to Union Square by light rail?

    The total travel time between San Francisco State University in Lakeshore and Union Square in Downton/Civic Center by light rail is about 44 min.

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

    Get on the M light rail from the 19th Ave & Holloway Ave station near San Francisco State University in Lakeshore.

  • Where do I get off the light rail when travelling between San Francisco State University 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 State University to Union Square?

    The first bus from San Francisco State University in Lakeshore to Union Square in Downton/Civic Center is 3rd - 19th Ave Owl. It leaves the 19th Ave & Holloway/Sf State stop at 9:35 PM.

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

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

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