MacArthur BART Station is a major BART transfer point in north Oakland, close to Temescal. From Emeryville, you can reach it on foot or by car, then use BART’s lines and local shuttles to continue your trip around the Bay Area.
- Location: 555 40th Street, Oakland, CA 94609
- Connections: three BART lines, plus AC Transit, Emery Go-Round and the Kaiser Shuttle
- Service pattern: BART runs until midnight, with service hours varying by day
Where MacArthur station fits into a trip
MacArthur BART Station connects north Oakland with destinations across the Bay Area and serves as a transfer point between BART lines. Its address is 555 40th Street, near the commercial heart of Temescal. The motel offers room options for travelers using MacArthur’s BART connections.
How do you get from Emeryville to MacArthur station?
From Nights Inn Motel, walking to the station takes about 13 minutes. The station is also served by Emery Go-Round, a free shuttle that connects MacArthur BART Station with Emeryville and is open to residents, shoppers, visitors and workers. It operates on weekdays and weekends, with holiday exceptions.
For a walking trip, use the station’s address to plan your approach. If you take the shuttle, check its operating information before setting out, particularly around holidays. For broader transit and local route options, getting to Oakland from Emeryville covers the connections.
Which BART routes serve MacArthur?
Three BART lines serve MacArthur: Antioch–SFIA/Millbrae, Richmond–Berryessa/North San Jose, and Richmond–Millbrae/SFIA. Check the destination signs and listen to departure announcements before boarding, since the line names indicate different endpoints and branches.
MacArthur also has connections with AC Transit and the Kaiser Shuttle. If you’re heading to another rail connection in the area, the Emeryville station guide covers Amtrak connections and local transfers.
Fares, payment and service hours
BART fares depend on the distance you travel. Use BART’s Fare Calculator to find the fare for your specific trip. You can pay with Clipper or Tap and Ride, which accepts contactless debit and credit cards and mobile payment methods such as Apple Pay and Google Pay.
Children aged 4 and under ride free. Tap and Ride charges the full adult fare, so if you qualify for a Clipper discount, use a physical or digital Clipper card. To enter a station, the regular Clipper minimum balance is $2.55; the minimums are $1.20 for Youth Clipper and $0.90 for Senior or RTC Clipper.
BART service hours are weekdays from 5:00 a.m. to midnight, Saturdays from 6:00 a.m. to midnight, and Sundays from 8:00 a.m. to midnight. Five-line service runs until 9 p.m.; three-line service operates from 9 p.m. to midnight. Check the official site before you go for current fares, payment requirements and service information.
What should you know about station access?
MacArthur has elevators within the paid area. The Platform 1/3 elevator serves trains toward Richmond or Antioch, while the Platform 2/4 elevator serves trains toward Daly City, Millbrae, SFO or Berryessa/North San Jose.
If an elevator is out of service, BART publishes alternate travel options for MacArthur and says station agents can arrange an accessible van ride to another station if needed. The station also has restrooms, which may close for cleaning or maintenance.
For bikes, the station has racks, a Bike Station with secure parking available 24/7 and capacity for more than 200 bikes, and 40 on-demand BikeLink lockers. A BayWheels station is on the BART Way sidewalk by the shuttle stops.
When might another station suit your trip better?
Emeryville station may be a better fit if your journey depends on Amtrak rather than BART. Its connections and local transfers differ from MacArthur’s BART-focused service.
MacArthur also has parking, but BART estimates that it reaches capacity by 10:30 a.m. Prices are $4.70 per day for daily parking, $7.20 per day for single- or multiday reserved parking, and $126 for monthly reserved parking. These prices include a 20% tax for the City of Oakland.
FAQs
Where is MacArthur BART Station?
It is at 555 40th Street, Oakland, CA 94609, near Temescal in north Oakland.
Which BART lines stop at MacArthur?
Three lines serve the station: Antioch–SFIA/Millbrae, Richmond–Berryessa/North San Jose, and Richmond–Millbrae/SFIA.
Can you get from Emeryville to MacArthur station by shuttle?
Yes. Emery Go-Round connects Emeryville with MacArthur BART Station. The free shuttle runs on weekdays and weekends, with holiday exceptions.
Does MacArthur station have accessible facilities?
Yes. It has elevators inside the paid area, with platforms served according to train direction. BART also publishes alternate travel options for elevator outages and says station agents can arrange an accessible van ride to another station if needed.