How to Travel from

California to South Lake Tahoe

by Route or Car

United States of America California South Lake Tahoe

Cheapest

By car (2 831 km)

27 h 7 min

2831 km.

from $155

Other

Plane, Bus (Fly from San Francisco International Airport)

5 h 56 min

270 km.

from $318.72

Bus via San Jose

11 h 53 min

270 km.

from $175.30

Train, Bus

16 h 12 min

270 km.

from $306.04

Plane, Bus (Fly from Oakland International Airport)

5 h 24 min

270 km.

from $337.50

Bus

12 h 37 min

270 km.

from $289.33

Bus via Los Angeles

14 h 25 min

270 km.

from $197.87

Train, Taxi

19 h 41 min

270 km.

from $532.40

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:

united.com/

Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Reno

Ave. Duration:

1h 13m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$229.29–$764.32

Southwest Airlines

Website:

southwest.com/

Plane from Oakland International Airport to Reno

Ave. Duration:

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$152.86–$509.54

South Tahoe Airporter

Phone:

866-898-2463

Website:

southtahoeairporter.com/

Bus from Reno-Tahoe International Airport to Ltrh

Ave. Duration:

1h 35m

Frequency:

Every 3 hours

Estimated price:

$22.75–$38.22

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:

+1 800-872-7245

Website:

amtrak.com/home.html

Train from Los Angeles to San

Ave. Duration:

9h 55m

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$50.95–$178.34

Train from Los Angeles to Sacramento

Ave. Duration:

13h 58m

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$63.69–$216.56

Train from Sacramento to Truckee

Ave. Duration:

3h 38m

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$16.56–$95.54

Bus operators

Tahoe Ski Trips

Phone:

+1 925-382-8320

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

tahoeskitrips.net

Bus from San Jose Park to Ride

Ave. Duration:

Frequency:

On demand

Estimated price:

$109.41

Greyhound USA

Phone:

+1 214-849-8100

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

greyhound.com/

Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San

Ave. Duration:

6h 20m

Frequency:

Twice daily

Estimated price:

$26.75–$191.08

Flixbus USA

Phone:

+1 (855) 626-8585

Website:

flixbus.com

Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San

Ave. Duration:

7h 5m

Frequency:

Twice daily

Estimated price:

$33.12–$114.65

CBX Cross Border Express

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

crossborderxpress.com/en/

Bus from Los Angeles to 1642

Ave. Duration:

8h 15m

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$70.06–$101.91

Hoang Express

Phone:

+1 714-839-3500

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

xedohoang.com/en

Bus from Chinatown Station to San

Ave. Duration:

5h 30m

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$57.59

What is the cheapest way to get from California to South Lake Tahoe?

The cheapest way to get from California to South Lake Tahoe is to drive which costs $76.09 - $119.57 and takes 8h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from California to South Lake Tahoe?

The fastest way to get from California to South Lake Tahoe is to fly and bus which takes 5h 24m and costs $163.04 - $347.83 .

How far is it from California to South Lake Tahoe?

The distance between California and South Lake Tahoe is 443 km. The road distance is 711 km.

How do I travel from California to South Lake Tahoe without a car?

The best way to get from California to South Lake Tahoe without a car is to bus via San Jose which takes 11h 53m and costs $163.04 - $184.78 .

How long does it take to get from California to South Lake Tahoe?

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from California to South Lake Tahoe, including transfers.

Can I drive from California to South Lake Tahoe?

Yes, the driving distance between California to South Lake Tahoe is 711 km. It takes approximately 8h 8m to drive from California to South Lake Tahoe.

Where can I stay near South Lake Tahoe?

There are 563+ hotels available in South Lake Tahoe. Prices start at $48.14 per night.

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Zalanta Resort at the Village

4101 Lake Tahoe Blvd, Suite G, South Lake Tahoe

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3901 Saddle Road, South Lake Tahoe

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4101 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe

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South Lake Tahoe

South Lake Tahoe is the most populous incorporated city in El Dorado County, California, United States, in the Sierra Nevada mountains. The city's population was 21,330 at the 2020 census, down from 21,403 at the 2010 census. The city, along the southern edge of Lake Tahoe, extends about 5 miles (8 km) west-southwest along U. Route 50, also known as Lake Tahoe Boulevard. The east end of the city, on the California–Nevada state line right next to the town of Stateline, Nevada, is mainly geared towards tourism, restaurants, hotels, and Heavenly Mountain Resort with the Nevada casinos just across the state line in Stateline. The western end of town is mainly residential, and clusters around "The Y", the intersection of US 50, State Route 89, and the continuation of Lake Tahoe Boulevard after it loses its federal highway designation.

Emerald Bay State Park

Emerald Bay State Park is a state park of California in the United States, centered on Lake Tahoe's Emerald Bay, a National Natural Landmark. Park features include Eagle Falls and Vikingsholm, a 38-room mansion that is considered one of the finest examples of Scandinavian architecture in the United States. The architect was Leonard Palme, who was hired by his aunt Lora Josephine Knight to design and build Vikingsholm. The park contains the only island in Lake Tahoe, Fannette Island. The park is accessible by California State Route 89 near the southwest shore of the lake. Emerald Bay is one of Lake Tahoe's most photographed and popular locations.

Heavenly Mountain Resort

Heavenly Mountain Resort is a ski resort located on the California–Nevada border in southeastern Lake Tahoe in the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range. It opened for business on December 15, 1955 and has 97 runs and 30 lifts that are spread between California and Nevada and four base facilities. The resort has 4,800 acres (1,900 ha) within its permit area, with approximately 33% currently developed for skiing, boasting the highest elevation of the Lake Tahoe area resorts with a peak elevation of 10,067 ft (3,068 m), and a peak lift-service elevation of 10,040 ft (3,060 m).

South Lake Tahoe

South Lake Tahoe is the most populous city in El Dorado County, California, United States, in the Sierra Nevada mountains. The city's population was 21,330 at the 2020 census, down from 21,403 at the 2010 census. The city, along the southern edge of Lake Tahoe, extends about 5 mi west-southwest along U.S. Route 50, also known as Lake Tahoe Boulevard. The east end of the city, on the California–Nevada state line right next to the town of Stateline, Nevada, is mainly geared towards tourism, restaurants, hotels, and Heavenly Mountain Resort with the Nevada casinos just across the state line in Stateline. The western end of town is mainly residential, and clusters around "The Y", the X-shaped intersection of US 50, State Route 89, and the continuation of Lake Tahoe Boulevard after it loses its federal highway designation.

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Eight ways to Travel from California to South Lake Tahoe

Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Southwest Airlines

South Tahoe Airporter

Train operators

Amtrak

Bus operators

Tahoe Ski Trips

Greyhound USA

Flixbus USA

CBX Cross Border Express

Hoang Express

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