For this promotion, $1 fares are available only via the Hopthru app.
iOS -
https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/hopthru/id1129525054
Android -
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details
Hopthru is San Francisco Bay Ferry's mobile ticketing partner. The free app is available in on both iOS (Apple) and Android systems. You can connect a credit or debit card, your Apple Pay account, a prepaid debit card and other payment methods to your Hopthru account in order to purchase tickets.
** Here's the quick rundown on how to buy your $1 tickets **
Download the Hopthru app on smartphone and connect a credit card, Apple Pay or a prepaid debit card. You can click the links below to go right to Hopthru in your app store of choice.
** Search for San Francisco Bay Ferry **
Purchase $1 one-way promo tickets for your chosen route. Buy two if you're taking a round trip. You can buy tickets for multiple members of your party if you're riding in group.
For Vallejo: Activate your ticket before boarding the ferry and show it to the deckhand at the top of the ramp. You can activate multiple tickets and slide your finger across the screen to show them all to the deckhand. Then you can board the ferry safely and find a seat, maintaining distance from other passengers who have already boarded.
For Alameda/Oakland and Richmond: Board the ferry safely and find a seat, maintaining distance from other passengers who have already boarded.
For Vallejo: Disembark safely and enjoy the rest of your journey.
For Alameda/Oakland and Richmond: As you arrive at your destination, activate the ticket and disembark safely. Show the deckhand at the end of the ramp to confirm payment. You can activate multiple tickets and slide your finger across the screen to show them all to the deckhand. From there, enjoy the rest of your journey.