The main public transport system in San Francisco is known as MUNI and operates buses, electric trolley buses and the famous cable cars, as well as metro streetcars (underground trains that become street cars when they emerge above ground from the downtown metro system). These services access all parts of the city and require the same fare (correct change only), except on the cable cars, which cost more. Passengers can ask for a free transfer with each ticket bought, which allows another two rides on a bus or train and gives a 50 percent discount on cable cars within 90 minutes. MUNI trains and buses run 24 hours a day, with a more limited service after midnight; buses late at night are not always safe to use. MUNI Passports are available for one, three and seven days allowing unlimited use of public transport within the city limits. The other transport system, known as BART, is a fast and economical subway network that connects the city to the East Bay. Taxis are also available but can be hard to find especially during peak hours. Driving can be a hassle in San Francisco itself, but a car is useful for journeys further afield.
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The main public transport system in San Francisco is known as MUNI and operates buses, electric trolley buses and the famous cable cars, as well as metro streetcars (underground trains that become street cars when they emerge above ground from the downtown metro system). These services access all parts of the city and require the same fare (correct change only), except on the cable cars, which cost more. Passengers can ask for a free transfer with each ticket bought, which allows another two rides on a bus or train and gives a 50 percent discount on cable cars within 90 minutes. MUNI trains and buses run 24 hours a day, with a more limited service after midnight; buses late at night are not always safe to use. MUNI Passports are available for one, three and seven days allowing unlimited use of public transport within the city limits. The other transport system, known as BART, is a fast and economical subway network that connects the city to the East Bay. Taxis are also available but can be hard to find especially during peak hours. Driving can be a hassle in San Francisco itself, but a car is useful for journeys further afield.