How to get from Albany to San Francisco
The fastest way to travel from Albany to San Francisco takes approximately 1055 minutes with 3 transfers. You can use train, bus, subway and tram. We found 4 route options for you.
Fastest Route
1055 min
1,062.1 km
3 transfers
Coast Starlight
12
Yellow-S
N
Departs from:
Albany Amtrak Station
Walking:
30 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 22 min (1.3 km)
to Albany Amtrak Station
2
Take
Coast Starlight
Train
Direction: Los Angeles
From Albany Amtrak Station
to Oakland
(10 stops, 1000 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Alice St & 2nd St
4
Take
12
Bus
Direction: Northwest Berkeley
From Alice St & 2nd St
to Broadway & 11th St (12th St Bart)
(4 stops, 5 min)
5
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to 12th Street / Oakland City Center
6
Take
Yellow-S
Subway
Direction: San Francisco International Airport
From 12th Street / Oakland City Center
to Embarcadero
(1 stops, 11 min)
7
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Metro Embarcadero Station
8
Take
N
Tram
Direction: Ocean Beach
From Metro Embarcadero Station
to Van Ness Station Outbound
(3 stops, 5 min)
9
Walk 1 min
✓
Arrive at San Francisco
Public transport stations close to Albany
Albany is located in Albany and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Train stations close to Albany:
- Albany Amtrak Station
Bus stations close to Albany:
- 2nd & Lyon
- 4th & Ellsworth
- 2nd & Baker
- 1st Ave & Montgomery St
Public transport stations close to San Francisco
San Francisco is located in Albany and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Metro stations close to San Francisco:
- Civic Center / UN Plaza
Tram stations close to San Francisco:
- Market St & South Van Ness Ave
- Van Ness Station Outbound
- Metro Civic Center Station/Outbd
- Metro Civic Center Station/Downtn
Bus stations close to San Francisco:
- Market St & South Van Ness Ave
- South Van Ness Ave & Market St
- Van Ness Ave & Market St
- Van Ness Station Outbound
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Albany to San Francisco.
How do I travel from Albany to San Francisco in Albany?
The quickest journey from Albany to San Francisco takes approximately 1055 minutes via the Coast Starlight train service.
Can I get directly from Albany to San Francisco without changing?
This route requires 3 transfers. The complete journey takes about 1055 minutes including connection time.
What train service connects Albany and San Francisco?
The Coast Starlight line provides train service between Albany Amtrak Station and Van Ness Station Outbound in Albany.
What is the journey time from Albany to San Francisco by public transport?
Traveling by train from Albany to San Francisco in Albany takes approximately 1055 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the train to travel from Albany to San Francisco?
Board the Coast Starlight train at Albany Amtrak Station station, located near Albany in Albany.
Which station is closest to San Francisco?
The nearest stop to San Francisco is Van Ness Station Outbound station. Exit here to reach your destination in Albany.
Travel Tips
- Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
- Check real-time departure information at the station
- Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
- For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services
Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.