How to Travel from

Donner Pass to South Lake Tahoe

by Rideshare, Route or Car

United States of America Donner Pass South Lake Tahoe

Cheapest

By car (84 km)

1 h 17 min

84 km.

from $4

Other

Rideshare

1 h 17 min

84 km.

from $4.57

Bus (Bus)

6 h 2 min

50 km.

from $258.70

Bus (Bus)

8 h 6 min

50 km.

from $6.74

Bus operators

North Lake Tahoe Express

Phone:

+1 866.216.5222

Website:

northlaketahoeexpress.com/

Other from Truckee Depot - Arrive to Reno

Ave. Duration:

30 min

Frequency:

Twice daily

Estimated price:

$172.75

Tahoe Truckee Area Regional Transit

Phone:

+1 530 550-1212

Website:

tahoetruckeetransit.com/

Other from Donner Pass Rd Sugar Bowl Rd to Donner

Ave. Duration:

20 min

Frequency:

4 times a day

Other from Donner Pass Rd to Truckee

Ave. Duration:

42 min

Frequency:

Every 2 hours

Other from Tahoe City Transit Center - Arrive to Hwy

Ave. Duration:

40 min

Frequency:

Every 2 hours

Tahoe Transportation

Phone:

(530) 541-7149

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

tahoetransportation.org/

Other from Hwy 28 at Raley's Shopping Center to Kingsbury

Ave. Duration:

1h 15m

Frequency:

Twice daily

Estimated price:

$4.20–$4.97

Other from Kingsbury Transit Center to Us

Ave. Duration:

31 min

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$0.76–$0.96

Airlines

South Tahoe Airporter

Phone:

866-898-2463

Website:

southtahoeairporter.com/

Other from Reno-Tahoe International Airport to Ltrh

Ave. Duration:

1h 35m

Frequency:

Every 3 hours

Estimated price:

$22.75–$38.22

What is the cheapest way to get from Donner Pass (Mountain) to South Lake Tahoe?

The cheapest way to get from Donner Pass (Mountain) to South Lake Tahoe is to bus and line 28 bus and line 55 bus which costs $4.24 - $5.11 and takes 8h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Donner Pass (Mountain) to South Lake Tahoe?

The fastest way to get from Donner Pass (Mountain) to South Lake Tahoe is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs $9.24 - $14.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Donner Pass (Mountain) and South Lake Tahoe?

No, there is no direct bus from Donner Pass (Mountain) to South Lake Tahoe. However, there are services departing from Donner Pass Rd Sugar Bowl Rd and arriving at Us 50 via Donner Pass Rd Cold Stream Rd, Truckee Depot - Arrive, Reno-Tahoe International Airport and Stateline Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

How far is it from Donner Pass (Mountain) to South Lake Tahoe?

The distance between Donner Pass (Mountain) and South Lake Tahoe is 172 km. The road distance is 85 km.

How do I travel from Donner Pass (Mountain) to South Lake Tahoe without a car?

The best way to get from Donner Pass (Mountain) to South Lake Tahoe without a car is to bus which takes 6h 2m and costs $163.04 - $184.78 .

How long does it take to get from Donner Pass (Mountain) to South Lake Tahoe?

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Donner Pass (Mountain) to South Lake Tahoe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Donner Pass (Mountain) to South Lake Tahoe bus from?

Donner Pass (Mountain) to South Lake Tahoe bus services, operated by North Lake Tahoe Express, depart from Truckee Depot - Arrive station.

Where does the Donner Pass (Mountain) to South Lake Tahoe bus arrive?

Donner Pass (Mountain) to South Lake Tahoe bus services, operated by North Lake Tahoe Express, arrive at Reno Tahoe International Airport station.

Can I drive from Donner Pass (Mountain) to South Lake Tahoe?

Yes, the driving distance between Donner Pass (Mountain) to South Lake Tahoe is 85 km. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Donner Pass (Mountain) to 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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Four ways to Travel from Donner Pass to South Lake Tahoe

Transport providers

Bus operators

North Lake Tahoe Express

Tahoe Truckee Area Regional Transit

Tahoe Transportation

Airlines

South Tahoe Airporter

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Donner Pass (Mountain) to South Lake Tahoe?

What is the fastest way to get from Donner Pass (Mountain) to South Lake Tahoe?

Is there a direct bus between Donner Pass (Mountain) and South Lake Tahoe?

How far is it from Donner Pass (Mountain) to South Lake Tahoe?

How do I travel from Donner Pass (Mountain) to South Lake Tahoe without a car?

How long does it take to get from Donner Pass (Mountain) to South Lake Tahoe?

Where do I catch the Donner Pass (Mountain) to South Lake Tahoe bus from?

Where does the Donner Pass (Mountain) to South Lake Tahoe bus arrive?

Can I drive from Donner Pass (Mountain) to South Lake Tahoe?

Where can I stay near South Lake Tahoe?