2024 Lighted Yacht Parade
On Saturday, December 7, we will continue the popular tradition in participating in the annual Lighted Yacht Parade along the Oakland Estuary. We will be hosting a parade trip where riders can ride on the ferry – in the parade! Patrons will enjoy 360 views of parade views and other lit up and decorated vessels. […]
Survey Shows Strong Public Support for Including Enhanced Ferry Service in Regional Revenue Measure
SAN FRANCISCO – San Francisco Bay Ferry today released the results of a survey showing strong support for a future ballot initiative that would raise revenue for expanded and improved regional ferry service. The survey was conducted in Spring 2024 by local firm Corey, Canapary & Galanis as a part of broader market research efforts […]
SF Bay Ferry’s Rapid Electric Emission Free (REEF) Ferry Program
San Francisco Bay Ferry’s Rapid Electric Emission-Free (REEF) Ferry Program is a transformative suite of projects to transition our fleet to zero-emission propulsion technology. The program includes the electrification of our ferry floats and the development of the nation’s first high-speed, high-capacity zero-emission vessels. The initial phases of the REEF Ferry Program include: Construction of […]
Get 60% Off Lyft Rides to the Vallejo Ferry
Getting to and from the Vallejo Ferry Terminal just got easier and cheaper! To encourage more residents to use public transit, Solano Mobility and Lyft have partnered on a program that helps pay for riders’ convenient transportation to and from the Vallejo Ferry Terminal. Solano Mobility’s First/Last Mile program will pay 60% of participants’ Lyft fare up to $20 […]
New Fares Take Effect July 1, 2024
Fares are increasing 3% for all San Francisco Bay Ferry routes effective July 1, 2024. This fare increase was approved by the SF Bay Ferry Board of Directors in 2023. This table shows San Francisco Bay Ferry fares by route that will take effect on July 1, 2024. San Francisco Bay Ferry will continue to […]
Richmond Ferry Service Is Free on Fridays for the Rest of 2024
San Francisco Bay Ferry rides from Richmond to Downtown San Francisco (and back!) will be FREE ON FRIDAYS until the end of the year. SF Bay Ferry offers 26 weekday trips connecting Richmond and the Ferry Building in Downtown San Francisco. Check our schedule here. The ride is 35 minutes. No reservations are required. Normal […]
SF Bay Ferry Unveils 2024 ‘Brews with Views’ Lineup
SAN FRANCISCO – San Francisco Bay Ferry today announced that two local craft breweries have partnered to release the second official Brews with Views lineup – which will include two new ferry-themed beers – just in time for summer. This year’s Brews with Views roster includes: Love Boat Hazy IPA from Almanac in Alameda Ferry Dust […]
Oakland Ferry Fest
Oakland Ferry Fest 2024 You’re invited to the 2024 Oakland Ferry Fest! San Francisco Bay Ferry is hosting a celebration of ferries and the Oakland community at Jack London Square, right next to our Oakland Ferry Terminal. There will be music, food, games & activities, community booths, free ferry rides, and a kids’ activity area […]
Brews with Views 2024
San Francisco Bay Ferry is partnering with two Bay Area craft breweries for the second season of Brews With Views, just in time for summer. The new beers can be purchased on most evening and weekend ferry trips while supplies last. Brews With Views Event: June 6, 2024 Join us and the brewmasters for a […]
San Francisco Bay Ferry Proposes Locking in Lower Fares
SAN FRANCISCO | March 3, 2023 – The San Francisco Bay Area Water Emergency Transportation Authority (WETA) today released its proposal to lock in lower San Francisco Bay Ferry fares for the next five years. In 2021, San Francisco Bay Ferry temporarily slashed its fares 30% across the system as a part of its Pandemic Recovery Program (PRP) […]