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Set sail with ease. Our ferry service connects you to key destinations, offering a reliable and scenic alternative to your daily commute or weekend adventure. Start your journey with SF Bay Ferry today and experience the Bay like never before.

You can pay with your Clipper Card, SF Bay Ferry app, or with cash or credit card on board.
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Ensuring passenger safety with robust emergency protocols.
Our emergency management protocols include comprehensive planning, regular drills, and coordination with local authorities. These measures ensure that ferry services remain reliable and efficient even in crisis situations, ensuring the well-being of our passengers and the community.
Our Board of Directors provides strategic governance to ensure the success and sustainability of San Francisco Bay Ferry services. The board is dedicated to enhancing regional transit and serving the public interest.
These dates for meetings scheduled in 2025 are subject to change at the direction of the Board Chair
Feb 13, 2025 (1:00 PM)

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Here’s what’s happening:

Ferry tickets for Golden State Valkyries home games in the 2026 season are now on sale!
We offer direct service service between Chase Center and Oakland/Main St Alameda before and after Valkyries games.

Bay Area residents sent in 1,500 names for five new SF Bay Ferry vessels that will begin service starting next year. Cast your vote for the top 5 contenders among the 27 finalists by visiting the SF Chronicle webpage below. Voting concludes on May 8th.

SF Bay Ferry beat its all-time April ridership record, registering better than 100% recovery for the fifth consecutive month. The agency carried 285,886 passengers in April. The previous high-water mark for SF Bay Ferry ridership in April was 274,361 passengers in 2019.
Find detailed information on our ferry routes and schedules to plan your journey across the San Francisco Bay. Perfect for both daily commuters and occasional travelers.
Traveling on our ferries is an enjoyable experience. Before you board, ensure you're familiar with our guidelines designed for your safety and comfort.
Have questions about our ferry services? We have compiled a list of frequently asked questions, covering everything from ticketing options to what you can bring on board.
We love connecting with the community and our riders! Share your pictures and adventures with us on our socials below.
May 6
$7 a gallon in this economy?! 🤯 Hop onboard SF Bay Ferry - we`ve got you with a scenic and affordable commute. ...
May 5
Happy 60th anniversary to the Contra Costa Chorale! Check out their upcoming concert featuring highlights from each era, including music by Haydn, Brahms, Andrew Lloyd Weber, Morten Lauridsen, and many others.
🎶 Friday, May 8, 7:30 pm, Unitarian Universalist Church of Berkeley
🎶 Sunday, May 10, 4 pm, Orinda Community Church
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May 4
We`ve narrowed down over 1,500 vessel names nominated by @sfchronicle readers to these 27 finalists. Now, the identities of 5 new electric passenger ferries coming to the Bay Area is in your hands. Vote for your top 5 favorite vessel names by May 8th at sfbf.mobi/name-a-ferry ⛴️✨ ...