Still Running Strong: The 22 Fillmore at 130 Years Old

Still Running Strong: The 22 Fillmore at 130 Years Old
By Jeremy Menzies

The 22 Fillmore turned 130 years old earlier this year. This month, we bring you the backstory on Muni’s busiest cross-town bus route. 1895-1898: A disjointed line The original version of the 22 was built by the Market Street Railway Company. Known as the Fillmore and 16th Line, it opened on July 6,1895. The line was built in three segments. This disjointed construction was due to a railroad crossing on 16th and Harrison streets and a very steep hill in Pacific Heights. The first two segments from 16th and Folsom to Fillmore and Bay opened in 1895. The last segment over Potrero Hill from 16th...

Published December 29, 2025 at 01:00AM
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