How to get from Mission Dolores Park to Union Square by light rail?

Mission Dolores Park to Union Square - Light Rail Schedule

The J light rail from Mission Dolores Park to Union Square runs from 12:19 AM to 11:59 PM, with departures every 5 min-4 hr 20 min. The trip takes about 24 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Mission Dolores Park to Union Square by light rail

Take one direct light rail from Mission Dolores Park to Union Square in Downton/Civic Center: take the J light rail from Right of Way/18th St station to Metro Powell Station/Downtown station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 24 min. The ride fare is $2.75. The light rail schedule from Mission Dolores Park may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail schedule to Union Square on the Moovit app.

24min$2.75
Walk to light rail station
Light Rail - J
Walk to Union Square
Leaves from Right of Way/18th St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Right of Way/18th St
    ID 16213
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Light Rail - J
    Wait for light rail
    J
    Embarcadero Station
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Metro Powell Station/Downtown
    ID 15417
    13 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 Mission Dolores Park to Union Square

The distance between Mission Dolores Park, Downton/Civic Center and Union Square, Downton/Civic Center is approximately 2.74 mi, which can typically be travelled in 24 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Mission Dolores Park 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 Mission Dolores Park to Union Square

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

    The fastest way takes 24 minutes, using Light Rail line J.

  • Is there a direct light rail between Mission Dolores Park and Union Square?

    Yes, there’s a direct light rail going from Mission Dolores Park in Castro/Upper Market to Union Square in Downton/Civic Center in 24 min.

  • Which light rail line goes from Mission Dolores Park to Union Square?

    The J light rail line goes from Right of Way/18th St station near Mission Dolores Park in Castro/Upper Market to Metro Powell Station/Downtown station near Union Square in Downton/Civic Center.

  • How long does it take to travel from Mission Dolores Park to Union Square by light rail?

    The total travel time between Mission Dolores Park in Castro/Upper Market and Union Square in Downton/Civic Center by light rail is about 24 min.

  • Where do I get on the light rail near Mission Dolores Park to get to Union Square?

    Get on the J light rail from the Right of Way/18th St station near Mission Dolores Park in Castro/Upper Market.

  • Where do I get off the light rail when travelling between Mission Dolores Park 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 BART from Mission Dolores Park to Union Square?

    The first BART from Mission Dolores Park in Castro/Upper Market to Union Square in Downton/Civic Center is Daly City - Berryessa/North San José. It leaves the 16th Street / Mission station at 9:50 PM.

  • When is the first bus from Mission Dolores Park to Union Square?

    The first bus from Mission Dolores Park in Castro/Upper Market to Union Square in Downton/Civic Center is Owl Taraval. It leaves the Market St & Church St stop at 9:34 PM.

  • How much is the light rail fare from Mission Dolores Park to Union Square?

    The ride from Mission Dolores Park to Union Square costs $2.75.

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