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Take the Scenic Route w/ San Francisco Bay Ferry (As Low As $1)

Saturday, September 28, 2024 - 6:30 am to 10:40 pm | Cost: $4.70*
*Riders can purchase tickets using their Clipper Card or in the SF Bay Ferry app. One-way transbay ferries start at $4.70. "Short Hops" like SF Ferry Building to SF Pier 41, or Main Street Alameda to Oakland Jack London Square start just $1.

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Take the Scenic Route w/ San Francisco Bay Ferry (As Low As $1)

San Francisco Bay Ferry turns everyday transit into a special experience. Whether you’re commuting, meeting friends in the city, taking the kids to a game, or simply taking in the sights of the Bay, the ferry makes it that much better. Grab a snack, gather around the bar, catch up on work with free wi-fi, or just kick back and enjoy the ride. Adventure awaits at your nearest San Francisco Bay Ferry dock.

San Francisco Bay Ferry Rides
Weekdays starting at 5:15am | Weekends starting at 8:30am
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  • One Way tix start at $4.70
    • Alameda to SF, Oakland to SF, Richmond to SF
  • Short Hop rides start as low as $1 

First-class travel for just a few bucks.

If you’ve ever ridden the ferry, you know that it’s the best way to cross the Bay. Riders can experience the freedom of crossing the water in safety and comfort – for just a few bucks. Tickets from Oakland, Alameda and Richmond are only $4.70 (one-way), and Short Hop rides are as low as $1.00.

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Schedules for every adventure (or commute).

Commuting to work? Planning a fun escape to San Francisco or the East Bay? We’ve got you covered. San Francisco Bay Ferry provides service from 12 locations across the Bay.

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Too bad it’s such a quick ride.

Riding on San Francisco Bay Ferry is more than convenient, it’s surprisingly fast. Trips from Richmond to San Francisco take just over 30 minutes and rides from the Ferry Building to Vallejo last about an hour. So skip the traffic and enjoy the views.

Ferry at your fingertips.

Download the San Francisco Bay Ferry mobile app to view schedules, purchase tickets and more.

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Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: $4.70*
*Riders can purchase tickets using their Clipper Card or in the SF Bay Ferry app. One-way transbay ferries start at $4.70. "Short Hops" like SF Ferry Building to SF Pier 41, or Main Street Alameda to Oakland Jack London Square start just $1.
Categories: *Top Pick*, Fun & Games, In Person, Kids & Families, Outdoors, Sponsored
Address: 1 Ferry Bldg., San Francisco, CA

Saturday, September 28, 2024

7:00 am   Free National Parks Day: Muir Woods + Yosemite for National Public Lands Day 2024  FREE*
*The entrance fee waiver for fee-free days does not cover amenity or user fees for activities such as camping, boat launches, transportation, or special tours. Although the entrance fee is waved, paid parking/shuttle reservations required for Muir Woods even on free days.
9:00 am   SF’s Ferry Building “Pop-Ups on the Plaza” Fall Kickoff (2024)  FREE*
*Free admission, with food and products available for purchase
9:15 am   SF’s Inaugural Free “Cambodia Day” Festival at Union Square (2024)  FREE*
*Free with RSVP
9:30 am   Free de Young Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)  FREE*
*Free general admission to Bay Area residents. Valid ID or proof of residency required. This offer applies only to the permanent collection galleries. Advanced timed tickets required.
9:30 am   Free “Legion of Honor” Museum Day for Bay Area Residents (Every Saturday)  FREE*
*Free general admission to Bay Area residents. Valid ID or proof of residency required. This offer applies only to the permanent collection galleries. Timed advanced tickets required
10:00 am   SF’s YBG Dance Day (2024)  FREE
10:00 am   SF’s 3rd Annual Dance Day at Yerba Buena Gardens  FREE
11:00 am   SF’s “The Park Market” Free 2024 Summer Waterfront Festival (Dogpatch)  FREE
11:00 am   “TreasureFest” on Treasure Island 2024 (Sept. 28-29)  $15*
*$10 pre sale, $15 early bird, $20 general
11:00 am   🥮 SF Richmond District Autumn Moon Festival (2024)  FREE
11:00 am   SF’s Free “Dog Days of Summer” Festival at The Crossing (September 2024)  FREE*
*FREE with RSVP
11:30 am   Bluegrass Brunch at SF’s Rooftop Salesforce Park  FREE*
*Free for all
12:00 pm   “Saturdays in the City” SF’s Free Neighborhood Street Party (Faxon Ave.)  FREE
1:00 pm   2-for-1 Distillery Tour & Whiskey Tasting at Tripp Distillery (Pacifica)  $9*
*Distillery Tour and tastings for two $9 (normally $18)
3:00 pm   SF’s “Pier Party” at Fisherman’s Wharf: Free Summer Concert Series (2024)  FREE
7:00 pm   “Crazy Funny Asians” Comedy Showcase (SF)  FREE*
*Free tickets, but RSVP Required. Donations ($5-$10) greatly appreciated. Otherwise, $15 adv / $20 door tickets also available
7:00 pm   San Francisco POC Comedy Night (Fridays & Saturdays)  FREE*
*Use secret code FUNCHEAP for comp tickets, otherwise, $10 off with secret code FUNCHEAP
7:00 pm   Alameda’s “Somewhere to Land: Dances for Sea and Low Sky” Aerial Show (Sept. 26-28)  FREE*
*RSVP Requested
7:00 pm   FREE: Oakland Comedy Saturday Night @ Secret Speakeasy (7p + 9p Shows)  FREE*
*Limited free tickets with code FUNCHEAP (donations appreciated). Otherwise use code FUNCHEAP5 for $5 off early bird and general admission tickets
8:00 pm   “Puff Puff Laugh” SF’s Cannabis Lounge Comedy Show (Moe Greens)  FREE*
*Free with RSVP (21+ with Valid ID) - One item minimum purchase per person required, but pre-rolls start at just $7
8:45 pm   SF’s HellaDesi Comedy Night (Every Friday & Saturday)  FREE*
*Free with RSVP for first 100 people. $10 advanced tickets or $20 at door without RSVP
10:00 pm   No Scrubs: ’90s Hip Hop and R&B Night at “The Function” (SF)  FREE*
*Free with RSVP before 11pm. Otherwise Get $5 off "Entry anytime" Tickets - Early Bird tickets $5 adv ($7.18 w/ fees) w/ code FUNCHEAP (otherwise $12.51). - 21+
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