What is the cheapest way to get from Silicon Valley to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary?

The cheapest way to get from Silicon Valley to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary is to drive which costs $6 - $10 and takes 42 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Silicon Valley to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary?

The fastest way to get from Silicon Valley to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary is to drive which takes 42 min and costs $6 - $10.

How far is it from Silicon Valley to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary?

The distance between Silicon Valley and Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary is 36 miles. The road distance is 35.5 miles.

Can I drive from Silicon Valley to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary?

Yes, the driving distance between Silicon Valley to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary is 35 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Silicon Valley to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary.

Where can I stay near Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary?

There are 769+ hotels available in Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary.

Silicon Valley to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary - 5 ways to travel via Caltrain

Q: How do I travel from Silicon Valley to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary without a car?

The best way to get from Silicon Valley to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary without a car is to Caltrain and ferry which takes 2h 19m and costs $57 - $59.

Q: How long does it take to get from Silicon Valley to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary?

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Silicon Valley to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary, including transfers.

There are 5 ways to get from Silicon Valley to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary by train, ferry, bus, car, or taxi

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

Caltrain, ferry
best
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain NorthboundLocal Weekday / ...
2. Take the ferry from Pier 33 to Alcatraz IslandAlcatraz Day Tour Outbound / ...
2h 19m
$57–59
Drive 35.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Silicon Valley to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary35.3 mi
42 min
$7–10
Bus, line 8 bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to Redwood City Caltrain-Lane BEcr / ...
2. Take the bus from Redwood City Station to San Francisco
3. Take the bus from 3rd St & Bryant St to Kearny St & North Point St8 / ...
4. Take the ferry from Pier 33 to Alcatraz Island
3h 16m
$55–130
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Silicon Valley to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary35.3 mi
42 min
$130–160
Bus, line 8 bus, ferry via San Bruno
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to San Bruno BART-Bay 5Ecr
2. Take the bus from Geneva Ave/Balboa Park BART to Kearny St & North Point St8 / ...
3. Take the ferry from Pier 33 to Alcatraz Island
3h 44m
$53–55

Silicon Valley to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary by train, tram, bus, ferry, and foot

185Weekly Services

2h 19mAverage Duration

$57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 36 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Silicon Valley, CA, USA and Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Silicon Valley to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary. However, you can take the train to San Francisco Caltrain Northbound, walk to King St & 4th St, take the vehicle to Metro Montgomery Station/Outbound, walk to Kearny St & Geary St, take the line 8 bus to Kearny St & North Point St, walk to Pier 33, take the ferry to Alcatraz Island, then walk to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary via Redwood City Caltrain-Lane B, Redwood City Station, San Francisco, 3rd St & Bryant St, Kearny St & North Point St, Pier 33, and Alcatraz Island in around 3h 16m.

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