Oakland Alameda Water Shuttle
A free ride across the Estuary. No ticket needed. Just show up and go.
Route Map
Credit: WETA
Schedule
All 6 service days (Tue–Sun) start at 7:20 am. Weekdays last Oakland departure 7:41 pm. Weekends last Oakland departure 9:25 pm.
Weekdays (Tue – Wed – Thu)
Weekends (Fri – Sat – Sun)
Schedules change seasonally. No service on Mondays.
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Dock Locations
About the Service
The MV Woodstock carries passengers across the Oakland Estuary between Alameda Landing (Bohol Circle Immigrant Park dock, near Target) and Jack London Square in Oakland (foot of Broadway).
The shuttle is free to ride, wheelchair accessible, and welcomes bikes, strollers, and cargo bikes. No ticket, Clipper card, or reservation needed — just show up and board.
Launched July 17, 2024 as a two-year pilot, the service has since received a two-year extension with funding now secured through June 2028.
Phase 1 Impact (June 2024 – May 2026)
Across Phase 1, Woodstock carried over 251,000 passengers and 60,000 bikes across the Estuary, expanded from 5 to 6 days per week, and grew weekly trips by 84%. The project received a 2025 Transportation Planning Award of Excellence from the American Planning Association, California Chapter, Northern Section.
Track Woodstock
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Follow Woodstock's location, view schedules, and get service alerts.
Woodstock Water Shuttle App
Your ride across the estuary made simple. Plan, track, and ride.
Getting to the Water Shuttle
From Alameda
Parking
Small public lot on Tradewind Drive — 34 standard + 2 ADA spaces, 4-hour limit.
Transit
AC Transit Line 96 stops on Mitchell Ave behind Target (¼ mile). Line 19 stops at Marina Village Pkwy & Mariner Square Dr (½ mile).
Bikes
12 Bike Link lockers at the playground, plus bike racks throughout the park.
Bike Walk Alameda's guide to Bohol CircleFrom Oakland
Parking
Three public garages in Jack London Square including at the foot of Broadway beneath Plank.
Transit
AC Transit Line 12 on Embarcadero West; Lines 72/72M/72R at 2nd & Washington. Amtrak Jack London Square Station is nearby. SF Bay Ferry Oakland Terminal is less than a block away.
Bikes
Bike Link lockers at JLS Amtrak Station plaza, bike racks throughout Jack London Square.
Frequently Asked Questions
Riding the Shuttle
Getting There
About Woodstock
Partnership & Funding
The Oakland Alameda Water Shuttle is a public-private partnership. Free service is made possible by these partners and funders.
We Want Your Feedback
This is a pilot project and we want to hear how it's working for you. Your input helps us improve.
Share FeedbackOperational Issues
For same-day service issues, delays, or vessel problems — contact SF Bay Ferry directly.
(877) 64-FERRY customerservice@sanfranciscobayferry.comQuestions About Service
For general questions about the water shuttle program, schedules, or accessibility — see our FAQ or contact ATMA.
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