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SAN FRANCISCO INT'L AIRPORT BART trains run directly every 15 min. from the International Terminal to downtown San Francisco: 29 min. to Powell Street Station. Look at the monitors above as the train arrives: some trains head south, AWAY from San Francisco to Millbrae. If you are flying domestic, you can take the Airtrain shuttle to catch BART. It's free, runs every 3 min., and connects all airport gates to BART. The BART ride from the Airport to Downtown is $4.95. Buy the ticket at the machines outside the station gates. RIDER TIPS Before you get to San Francisco, you'll pass through South San Francisco Station. Watch the artwork on the walls of the other side of the station. The murals seem to move as you pass by. Just before the Daly City Station, you'll rise high on elevated tracks. Look out at the left side of the train. On a clear day, you can see the Pacific Ocean and the rugged hills of Marin County across the Golden Gate, and maybe glimpse ships heading to sea. Look quick, because you'll go back into a subway after Daly City. OAKLAND INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT From Oakland Airport you can catch the AirBART shuttle for $2.00. Buy the ticket from the machines by the baggage claim. It takes 15-25 min. from the Oakland Airport to the BART Station. The BART ride to Powell Street Station in San Francisco is 25 min., and costs $3.15. Trains run every 8 min. Look at the monitors for trains going to San Francisco. RIDER TIPS The Oakland Coliseum just west of the station is the home of the Oakland A's and the Oakland Raiders. Look to the left for these San Francisco skyline features the Bay: the Transamerica pyramid, the Bay Bridge, and in the distance beyond the Bay Bridge, the Golden Gate Bridge. The trains enter a subway through downtown Oakland, come out above ground once more and then dive into the tunnel beneath the Bay . The underwater ride takes about 8 min. at about 80 mph. Leave a Comment Theme: Subway/MetroPhone: 510.287.4702Website: www.bart.gov
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it is very quick and underground. we used it from the powell station to the 16th street and from the 24th to powell station. the munipass is not valid on the BART. and i found it an bit difficult how to pay. i understand you can take it know from SFO (the airport) Leave a Comment Theme: Subway/MetroWebsite: http://www.bart.gov/index.asp?f=true
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| | | | B.A.R.T: Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) | | | | | |
BART connects San Francisco to outlying towns and cities, including Daly City, Berkeley, and Oakland. It also stops at SFO. Thus, you have an efficient way to get to the city from the airport (and back). When BART started operations in 1972, it was state-of-the-art. Today, it is showing signs of its age. It doesn't look as sleek as the newer trains. Its trains look dirty, even worn down. To train buffs, however, it remains a pleasure to ride. For fares, routes, and schedules, go to the link below. Leave a Comment Theme: TrainWebsite: http://www.bart.gov/index.asp
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Bay Area Rapid Transit created in the late 60's/early 70's and expanded over the last 30 plus years is the main transportation to the communities outside of San Francisco on the "East Bay" side of the Bay. The "story" of BART actually began in 1946 but it took until 1964 for construction to begin and it wasn't until 1972 when the first passengers took a ride to become a reality. I started using the system when I moved to CA in 1974 and have found it safe, convenient, and relatively on time. Recently extended, today, travelers arriving at SF Airport, can take the terminal loop train to the "airport extension" of BART and ride to any of SF much quicker than relying on bus, or other local transportation. I live almost at the end of one of the East Bay routes and it takes 1 hr 15 min to get to the airport. Add to that the $5.00 extended parking cost at BART some stations as opposed to $20 or more for parking at the airport and it's a great deal. AND for anyone with a Palm or Pocket PC BART has an application to help you plan your trip...just download and install at http://www.bart.gov/stations/quickPlanner/overview.asp It works great. Leave a Comment Theme: TrainPhone: 415 989-2278Website: http://www.bart.gov/
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