Where is the S.F. Ferry Building dock located?
The Ferry Building dock is located at the South Terminal (Gate E), located approximately one block from Pier 1/2 on the south side of the Ferry Building.
 
How far is the S.F. Ferry Building from Pier 41?
Pier 41 is approximately 1.5 miles up the Embarcadero from the Ferry Building. One can walk the distance in approximately 15 minutes. Please see the transit connection information for complete details on MUNI and AC Transit services to the Ferry docks.
 
Is the Alameda/Oakland Ferry the Blue and Gold Fleet Ferry?
The Alameda/Oakland Ferry is a publicly subsidized public transit system operated by the City of Alameda and the Port of Oakland. Blue & Gold Fleet provides maritime services for the ferry service under contract with the City of Alameda.
 
Can I use CommuterChecks to purchase ferry tickets?
Yes. CommuterChecks are welcome.
 
How long is the ferry trip between Oakland and...
a) The San Francisco Ferry Building?
During weekday morning commute hours (6 to 9 a.m.), trip time is 35 minutes. During midday and on weekends, trip time is 30 minutes.
b) San Francisco's Pier 41?
Trip time is 45 minutes.
 
How long is the ferry trip between Alameda and...
a) The San Francisco Ferry Building?
During weekday morning commute hours (6 to 9 a.m.), trip time is 20 minutes. During midday and on weekends, trip time is 40 minutes.
b) San Francisco's Pier 41?
Trip time is 50 minutes.
 
How far is Pier 41 from PIER 39? From Fisherman's Wharf?
Pier 41 is located immediately adjacent to the PIER 39 Entertainment complex. Pier 41 is three blocks from Fisherman's Wharf.
 
Is there ferry service from the East Bay to Marin destinations such as Sausalito or Tiburon?
No. East Bay/Marin service has been under discussion but there are no current plans to begin the service.
 
Can I take a ferry to Sausalito? Tiburon?
Ferry service to Marin is available only from San Francisco.
a) Golden Gate Transit Ferry Service operates from the SF Ferry Building to Sausalito and Tiburon.
b) Blue & Gold Fleet operates to Tiburon from both the Ferry Building and Pier 41.
c) Blue & Gold Fleet operates to Sausalito from pier 41.
 
Can I bring a gasoline powered bike on the Ferry?
No. U.S. Coast Guard regulations do not permit it.

Does the ferry have a lost and found?
To report a lost or found item contact Blue & Gold Fleet at (415) 705-8205.

How do Alameda County's Measure B funds support the Ferry Service?
On November 7, 2001, Alameda County voters approved the reauthorization of the continuation of Measure B. Measure B provides for a one-half cent transaction and use tax to be used to fund public transportation. Measure B earmarked 0.78% of net revenues for the Alameda ferries. Alameda ferries consist of the Alameda/Oakland and Alameda Harbor Bay services. Over Measure B’s 20-year life span, total Alameda ferries Measure B revenues are projected to be $11,146,405. Collection of reauthorized Measure B revenue began in April 2002.

Measure B revenues are used to off set operational and capital expenses for both the Alameda Harbor Bay and Alameda Oakland ferry services. For FY ‘02/03, proposed Measure B expenditures are $453,855 for ferry operations and $15,000 for capital projects.

More information on Measure B is available from the Alameda County Transportation Improvement Authority web site at www.ACTA2002.com or by calling (510) 893-3347.