What is the cheapest way to get from Alameda to Coit Tower?

The cheapest way to get from Alameda to Coit Tower is to BART which costs $2 - $3 and takes 28 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Alameda to Coit Tower?

The fastest way to get from Alameda to Coit Tower is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs $55 - $65.

Is there a direct ferry between Alameda and Coit Tower?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Alameda Seaplane Lagoon Ferry Terminal and arriving at San Francisco Ferry Building Gate F. Services depart every three hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

Is there a direct train between Alameda and Coit Tower?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from West Oakland and arriving at Embarcadero. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6 min.

How far is it from Alameda to Coit Tower?

The distance between Alameda and Coit Tower is 7 miles. The road distance is 14.1 miles.

How do I travel from Alameda to Coit Tower without a car?

The best way to get from Alameda to Coit Tower without a car is to BART which takes 28 min and costs $2 - $3.

How long does it take to get from Alameda to Coit Tower?

The BART from West Oakland to Embarcadero takes 6 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Alameda to Coit Tower train from?

Alameda to Coit Tower train services, operated by BART, depart from West Oakland station.

Where does the Alameda to Coit Tower train arrive?

Alameda to Coit Tower train services, operated by BART, arrive at Embarcadero station.

Can I drive from Alameda to Coit Tower?

Yes, the driving distance between Alameda to Coit Tower is 14 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Alameda to Coit Tower.

Where can I stay near Coit Tower?

There are 1664+ hotels available in Coit Tower.

Alameda to Coit Tower - 5 ways to travel via BART, taxi, car, and ferry

There are 5 ways to get from Alameda to Coit Tower by subway, taxi, car, or ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

BART
best
1. Take the subway from West Oakland to Embarcaderosubway Blue-S / ...
28 min
$2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alameda to Coit Towertaxi 14 mi
25 min
$55–65
Drive 14 mi
1. Drive from Alameda to Coit Towercar 14 mi
25 min
$3–4
BART via Lake Merritt
1. Take the subway from Lake Merritt to Embarcaderosubway Blue-S / ...
34 min
$2–4
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Alameda Seaplane Lagoon Ferry Terminal to San Francisco Ferry Building Gate Fferry Sea
45 min
$6–9

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Alameda to Coit Tower.

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Distance: 6.9 mi
Duration: 28 min

What companies run services between Alameda, Alameda County, CA, USA and Coit Tower, CA, USA?

BART operates a subway from West Oakland to Embarcadero every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $2–3 and the journey takes 6 min. Alternatively, San Fransisco Bay Ferry operates a ferry from Alameda Seaplane Lagoon Ferry Terminal to San Francisco Ferry Building Gate F every 3 hours. Tickets cost $4–9 and the journey takes 20 min.

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