Cable cars run seven days a week with special schedules on weekends. The complete listing of all cable car stops and time tables can be found at sfmta.com.
There are three cable car routes in operation:
- POWELL-MASON line: begins at the Powell-Market turntable and runs from there up and over Nob Hill and down to Bay Street at Fisherman’s Wharf.
- POWELL-HYDE line: also begins at the Powell-Market turntable and runs over Nob and Russian hills before ending at Aquatic Park near Ghiradelli Square, which is near Fisherman’s Wharf.
- CALIFORNIA STREET line: runs East-West from the Financial District, through Chinatown, over Nob Hill and stops at Van Ness Avenue.
Of course there are many cable car stops along their routes, many stops are located in the Union Square area and Nob Hill. Feel free to jump on a cable car at any stop !!
Cable Car prices:
Adult and Youth over age 5. $5.00 each way Children under age 4 ride for free.
Seniors (age 65+) $5.00 each way ($1.00 from 9 pm to 7 am)
One day pass $13.00
Three day pass $20.00
Seven day pass $26.00
Tickets can be purchased at turnarounds or from the conductor as you board. (Cash ONLY)