California, United States
Ferries from Alcatraz Island
Alcatraz Island (California, United States) has 2 ferry routes to 1 destination, operated by Golden Gate National Recreation Area (Alcatraz Island). You can sail from Alcatraz Island to Pier 33. Crossing times and timetables for each route are listed below.
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- Operators
Routes & timetables
What ferry routes connect Alcatraz Island?
2 crossings with live schedules — each card opens its full timetable.
Timetable
Ferry departures from Alcatraz Island
23 scheduled sailings leaving Alcatraz Island, across every route. Times are local.
| Departs | Arrives | To | Duration | Operator | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00 | 09:15 | Pier 33 | 15m | Golden Gate National Recreation Area (Alcatraz Island) | Daily |
| 09:35 | 09:50 | Pier 33 | 15m | Golden Gate National Recreation Area (Alcatraz Island) | Daily |
| 09:55 | 10:10 | Pier 33 | 15m | Golden Gate National Recreation Area (Alcatraz Island) | Daily |
| 10:30 | 10:45 | Pier 33 | 15m | Golden Gate National Recreation Area (Alcatraz Island) | Daily |
| 11:00 | 11:15 | Pier 33 | 15m | Golden Gate National Recreation Area (Alcatraz Island) | Daily |
| 11:25 | 11:40 | Pier 33 | 15m | Golden Gate National Recreation Area (Alcatraz Island) | Daily |
| 11:55 | 12:10 | Pier 33 | 15m | Golden Gate National Recreation Area (Alcatraz Island) | Daily |
| 12:25 | 12:40 | Pier 33 | 15m | Golden Gate National Recreation Area (Alcatraz Island) | Daily |
| 12:55 | 13:10 | Pier 33 | 15m | Golden Gate National Recreation Area (Alcatraz Island) | Daily |
| 13:30 | 13:45 | Pier 33 | 15m | Golden Gate National Recreation Area (Alcatraz Island) | Daily |
| 14:00 | 14:15 | Pier 33 | 15m | Golden Gate National Recreation Area (Alcatraz Island) | Daily |
| 14:40 | 14:55 | Pier 33 | 15m | Golden Gate National Recreation Area (Alcatraz Island) | Daily |
| 15:10 | 15:25 | Pier 33 | 15m | Golden Gate National Recreation Area (Alcatraz Island) | Daily |
| 15:45 | 16:00 | Pier 33 | 15m | Golden Gate National Recreation Area (Alcatraz Island) | Daily |
| 16:15 | 16:30 | Pier 33 | 15m | Golden Gate National Recreation Area (Alcatraz Island) | Daily |
| 16:45 | 17:00 | Pier 33 | 15m | Golden Gate National Recreation Area (Alcatraz Island) | Daily |
| 17:15 | 17:30 | Pier 33 | 15m | Golden Gate National Recreation Area (Alcatraz Island) | Daily |
| 17:55 | 18:10 | Pier 33 | 15m | Golden Gate National Recreation Area (Alcatraz Island) | Daily |
| 18:30 | 18:45 | Pier 33 | 15m | Golden Gate National Recreation Area (Alcatraz Island) | Daily |
| 18:55 | 19:10 | Pier 33 | 15m | Golden Gate National Recreation Area (Alcatraz Island) | Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 19:55 | 20:10 | Pier 33 | 15m | Golden Gate National Recreation Area (Alcatraz Island) | Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 20:40 | 20:55 | Pier 33 | 15m | Golden Gate National Recreation Area (Alcatraz Island) | Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
| 21:25 | 21:40 | Pier 33 | 15m | Golden Gate National Recreation Area (Alcatraz Island) | Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Times are indicative and may change seasonally. Confirm with the operator before travelling.
Network
Where does Alcatraz Island connect?
Ports connected
Location
Where is Alcatraz Island?
- Region
- California
- Coordinates
- 37.827° N, 122.421° W
- Shortest crossing
- 15m
Plan your trip
The day at Alcatraz Island
First 09:00
Last 21:25
Busiest 09:00–10:00
13 of 24 hours served
Nothing sails outside 09:00–21:25, so a day trip has to fit inside that window; the last departure is the last one. 23 scheduled departures in total.
About
About Alcatraz Island
The last four boats off Alcatraz do not run every day. Departures at 18:55, 19:55, 20:40 and 21:25 are timetabled Tuesday to Saturday only — the night tour — while the daytime service runs all week. Miss the wrong one and the island has no other way off.
Pier 33 is 1.4 nautical miles away across the bay, 15 minutes each way, with 23 departures a week from the island and 18 arrivals. The first boat over lands at 08:40.
Alcatraz was a military prison, then a federal penitentiary from 1934 to 1963, and has been part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area since 1972. The ferry is operated under that concession rather than as a public transport route, which is why the timetable is built around tour departures and why the last boat is genuinely the last: there is no residential service and nobody stays overnight.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where can I get a ferry to from Alcatraz Island?
From Alcatraz Island you can take a ferry to Pier 33. Each route page shows the crossing time and timetable.
Which ferry companies operate from Alcatraz Island?
Ferries from Alcatraz Island are run by Golden Gate National Recreation Area (Alcatraz Island). Open an operator page for its fleet, routes and contact details.
How many ferry routes serve Alcatraz Island?
Alcatraz Island is served by 2 ferry routes connecting 1 port. Timetables can change seasonally, so confirm with the operator before travelling.
Where is Alcatraz Island ferry port located?
Alcatraz Island is in California, United States (around 37.827, -122.421). See the map on this page for its exact location.
How do I get to Alcatraz Island ferry terminal?
Alcatraz Island serves short local crossings — arriving 10–15 minutes before departure is usually enough for foot passengers. Confirm the exact boarding point with your operator.
What are the most popular ferries from Alcatraz Island?
Popular crossings from Alcatraz Island include Pier 33. Browse the full list below for crossing times and live timetables.
Do ferries from Alcatraz Island carry cars?
Vehicle capacity varies by route and vessel, and short local crossings are often passenger-only. Check the individual route page and confirm with the operator before travelling with a car.
When should I book a ferry from Alcatraz Island?
For peak season and any sailing with a vehicle, book as early as possible. Off-peak foot-passenger fares are usually more flexible. Always confirm the latest timetable before travelling.
Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated Aug 11, 2026.
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