Downtown San Francisco

Embarcadero at Mission Street, San Francisco

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Upcoming departures

ferry routes served

Alameda Seaplane

Weekday service between the Alameda Seaplane Lagoon and Downtown San Francisco.

Harbor Bay

Weekday service between Harbor Bay and Downtown San Francisco with limited midday departures. The Harbor Bay Ferry Terminal is located on Bay Farm Island in the City of Alameda.

Oakland & Alameda

Daily service between Oakland & Main Street Alameda and Downtown San Francisco.

Richmond

Daily service between Richmond and Downtown San Francisco.

Vallejo

Daily service between Vallejo and Downtown San Francisco with select trips to Mare Island. This is the ferry route for passengers from Solano and Napa counties.

Pier 41 Short Hop

Connects Downtown San Francisco to Pier 41 Marine Terminal on weekends only.

Gate Assignments

San Francisco Bay Ferry currently operate out the three gates south of the Ferry Building. Here's the weekday queuing map for the Downtown S.F. Ferry Terminal.

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Here are the current weekday gate assignments:

  • Gate E:

    Vallejo

  • Gate E:

    Richmond

  • Gate F:

    Alameda Seaplane

  • Gate F:

    Harbor Bay

  • Gate G:

    Oakland & Main Street Alameda

Here are the current weekday gate assignments:

  • Gate E:

    Vallejo & Ballpark Short Hop

  • Gate F:

    Richmond & Pier 41 Short Hop & Alameda Seaplane.

  • Gate G:

    Oakland & Main Street Alameda

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Facilities & Services

Discover bike facilities, parking options, and restroom availability.

Bicycles

Bicycles

Bike Racks: Various racks in broader Ferry Building area.

Bike Lockers: Not available in terminal area.

Bikes on Ferries: Bike are welcome onboard ferries on a space-available basis.

Bike Share: Offered in several locations around the terminal via Bay Wheels.

Connecting Transit

Connecting Transit

The terminal is a short walk from the Embarcadero Station, which offers connections to BART and Muni Metro.

Muni’s F Market & Wharves line stops at the Ferry Building, which is adjacent to the terminal.

Golden Gate Ferry offers service to Larkspur, Sausalito, Tiburon, and Angel Island via Gates B & C.

Treasure Island Ferry offers service to Treasure Island via Gate B.

The Salesforce Transit Center is a half-mile walk from the terminal. This is a major regional bus hub.

Several employers offer private shuttles to transport commuters from the Ferry Terminal to their campuses. Contact your employer to find out if there’s a shuttle available.

Parking

Parking

Limited paid parking is available near the terminal. Limited on-street parking is available in the vicinity of the terminal.

Restrooms

Restrooms

Restrooms are available inside the Ferry Building adjacent to the terminal as well as onboard ferries.

On The Dock

Stay updated with the latest promotions, special deals, and exciting collaborations between the SF Bay Ferry and local businesses at each terminal. From exclusive giveaways to community events, there’s always something new and exciting to explore.

We value your input and want to hear from you. Participate in our surveys and engagements to share your thoughts and help us enhance your ferry experience.

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local interests

Explore the local attractions around the Alameda Seaplane Lagoon Ferry Terminal. Discover nearby points of interest, events, and activities that make your journey even more enjoyable.

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