How long does it take from Walnut Creek to Embarcadero by metro?

The journey from Walnut Creek to Embarcadero takes approximately 39 minutes by BART (San Francisco Bay Area), covering 20 km across 6 stops.

What is the metro fare from Walnut Creek to Embarcadero?

The token fare from Walnut Creek to Embarcadero is ₹4.5. With a smart card the fare is ₹4.5 (save ₹0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's ₹4.5.

Which platform at Walnut Creek for Embarcadero?

At Walnut Creek, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards SFO. Look for the electronic board showing "SFO".

What is the last train from Walnut Creek to Embarcadero?

The last train from Walnut Creek towards SFO departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Embarcadero back towards Walnut Creek departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Walnut Creek to Embarcadero?

There are 6 stops between Walnut Creek and Embarcadero on the Yellow (Antioch–SFO). The stations are: Walnut Creek, Rockridge, MacArthur, 19th St Oakland, 12th St Oakland, West Oakland, Embarcadero.

Walnut Creek To Embarcadero

ShortestShortest Route

Walnut Creek

Platform 1·underground·Yellow (Antioch–SFO)Towards SFO

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

Rockridge

+6.55 min

6.55 min · 3.33 km

MacArthur

red interchangeorange interchange

+13.1 min

6.55 min · 3.33 km

12th St Oakland

red interchangeorange interchange

+26.22 min

6.55 min · 3.33 km

West Oakland

+32.77 min

6.55 min · 3.33 km

Embarcadero

red interchangeblue interchangegreen interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground20 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

39 min

Total time

stops

20 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Walnut Creek	05:00	23:00	Towards SFO
Embarcadero	05:00	00:00	Towards Walnut Creek

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

₹4.5

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

₹4.5

Save ₹0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

₹4.5

Save ₹0 per ride

Use your BART (San Francisco Bay Area) smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

2.70 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.24 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~80 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

₹4.5

Bike

₹130

Auto

₹270

Cab

₹490

Estimates for 20 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Walnut Creek

underground

Walnut Creek, San Francisco, United States

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Embarcadero

underground

Embarcadero, San Francisco, United States

Weekdays: 05:00 – 00:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Embarcadero exit 1· Ferry Building, Financial District♿

Embarcadero exit 2· Ferry Building, Financial District♿

Embarcadero exit 3· Ferry Building, Financial District♿

Embarcadero exit 4· Ferry Building, Financial District♿

Buy a ticket or top up a transit card; keep it until you exit.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access