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Union Square to Golden Gate Bridge by public transit

Muni bus to the bridge.

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The fastest public transit trip from Union Square to Golden Gate Bridge takes about 38 minutes on a weekday morning: 38R bus → 28 bus, with 1 transfer.

Route options

RouteTimeTransfersWalking
38R bus → 28 bus (Fastest, Cheapest)38 min10.1 mi
30 bus61 min01.1 mi

Step by step (fastest route)

  1. Walk about 2 minutes to Geary St & Powell St/Union Square.
  2. Take the 38R bus toward 48th Avenue from Geary St & Powell St/Union Square to Geary Blvd & Park Presidio Blvd (about 21 minutes, 8 stops).
  3. Walk about 2 minutes to Park Presidio Blvd & Geary Blvd.
  4. Take the 28 bus toward Fisherman`s Wharf from Park Presidio Blvd & Geary Blvd to Golden Gate Bridge/Parking Lot (about 7 minutes, 1 stops).

Computed from published schedules for a weekday at 10 a.m. and updated daily. Times change with the time of day, weekends and service changes: use the live planner for your trip.

Fare

A Muni ride costs $2.85 with Clipper or a contactless card, valid 120 minutes.

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Common questions

How long does it take from Union Square to Golden Gate Bridge by public transit?

About 38 minutes on a weekday morning by 38R bus → 28 bus, including walking and waiting for connections.