Airports
San Francisco International Airport (SFO): (Distance from Moscone Convention Center, 12.5 miles)
The San Mateo County Transit Agency (SamTrans) runs public buses between SFO and downtown San Francisco on the SFO, 292, and 398 lines for $2-$5 one-way for adults. Find SamTrans bus stops in the following locations at each terminal:
- Terminal 2: Arrivals/Baggage Claim Level, center island adjacent to Courtyard 2.
- Terminal 3: Arrivals/Baggage Claim Level, curbside adjacent to Courtyard 4.
- International Terminal: Level 1 at Courtyard A and curbside adjacent to Courtyard G.
Safety
The city has done so much to ensure everyone attending OFC 2025 has a safe and pleasant experience. There are safety and community ambassadors in all the areas surrounding Moscone. Please refer below to see the different groups and their corresponding areas.
Welcome Ambassadors
Welcome Ambassadors are here to assist you with directions, answer any general questions and offer recommendations for restaurants and tours. Trained in hospitality, they also serve as extra eyes and ears on the street, helping to maintain a clean and safe environment.
Yerba Buena Partnership
The Yerba Buena Partnership works to make the neighborhood clean, safe and welcoming. In addition, the organization advocates for and funds projects to improve neighborhood public spaces and promotes Yerba Buena businesses and cultural organizations.
Union Square Alliance
Call (or text) the Union Square Alliance Dispatch if you would like a safety escort to accompany you to and from your hotel. +1.415.781.4456.
BART
Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) all-electric trains are a fast, inexpensive, and dependable way to get from SFO to San Francisco. Once you have your luggage, follow the signs for AirTrain, a free tram service to all terminals. Take either the Red or Blue AirTrain line to the Garage G and BART stop in International Terminal G. Proceed to the platform and board the San Francisco/Antioch train.
BART fares are based on distance traveled; the greater the distance, the higher the fare. A round-trip fare from SFO to downtown San Francisco is $21.10 ($10.55 one-way).
When you arrive at your destination, you must scan your Clipper Card again to exit the station. If you don’t have enough money on your ticket to exit, don’t worry. You can add more at the Add Fare machine in the station.
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Rail Service
Cable Cars and Street Cars: Cable cars and street cars are San Francisco’s historic public transit. Cable cars are located downtown and run on three lines: Powell-Hyde, Powell-Mason, and California Street. The F-Line streetcar runs up and down Market Street all the way to Fisherman’s Wharf. Purchase fares in advance at multiple locations or via smartphone using the MuniMobile app. A Clipper Card will work on both cable cars and streetcars.
Public Transportation
MUNI: Muni is San Francisco’s bus and metro system that runs throughout the city, operating buses, trains, cable cars and the F-line streetcar. Muni buses remain above ground and on streets while Muni Metro runs on rails and sometimes go underground. Bus stops come in many forms: small bus shelters, yellow paint on street poles, and white paint on streets. Metro stops can be found on an island in the middle of the street and in underground stations. Using the Metro Map, find the nearest Metro to your location.
Bike and Scooter: You can get around San Francisco on two wheels thanks to the many bikes and scooters available.
Across the city, there are 5,500 scooters provided by Lime and Spin. Download any one of their apps to your phone to search for available motorized scooters nearby and enjoy a fun and scenic ride between your destinations.
The Bay Wheels bike share program, operated by Lyft, provides 4,500 bikes and more than 6,000 docks for them across San Francisco. A bike share is great for one-way trips between neighborhoods and is often the quickest, most affordable way to get around. For longer trips or crossing the Golden Gate Bridge, consider renting a bike or signing up for a guided tour.
If you are going to explore San Francisco on two wheels, here are some vital do's and don'ts to remember:
- Do check brakes and wheels before riding.
- Do wear a helmet and follow traffic rules. Only ride in the bike or travel lane.
- Do obey traffic signs and signals.
- Do park your bike or scooter upright and with care on the sidewalk or in a designated bike rack.
- Don't park in ramps or at blue, yellow or white curbs. Blocked paths can be dangerous for people with disabilities.