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How to Travel from

Santa Barbara to South Lake Tahoe

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Transport providers

Airlines

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Reno
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.30–$306.16

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Reno
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$153.08–$701.63
Plane from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.33–$420.98
Plane from Burbank Bob Hope Airport to Reno
Ave. Duration:
3h 49m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.87–$701.63

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Reno
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.33–$599.57

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Reno
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.19–$382.71
Plane from Burbank Bob Hope Airport to Reno
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$140.33–$459.25
Plane from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.33–$472.00
Plane from Long Beach Airport to Reno
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.57–$420.98

JSX

Website:
jsx.com/home/search
Plane from Burbank Bob Hope Airport to Reno
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$39.55–$369.95

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:
$22.78–$38.27

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Santa Barbara to San
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.10–$153.08
Train from Santa Barbara to Sacramento
Ave. Duration:
11h 28m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$53.58–$191.35
Train from Sacramento to Truckee
Ave. Duration:
3h 38m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.58–$95.68
Train from Santa Barbara to Van
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.76–$89.30
Train from Santa Barbara to Los
Ave. Duration:
2h 54m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.31–$95.68

Bus operators

Tahoe Ski Trips

Phone:
+1 925-382-8320
Website:
tahoeskitrips.net
Bus from San Francisco - 16th St to Heavenly
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$109.57
Bus from San Jose Park to Ride
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$109.57
Bus from Walnut Creek Park & Ride to Heavenly
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$109.57

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$33.17–$114.81

Central Coast Shuttle

Phone:
+1 800-470-8818
Website:
centralcoastshuttle.com
Bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Los
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$76.54–$95.68

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to South Lake Tahoe is to drive which costs $86.96 - $130.43 and takes 8h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to South Lake Tahoe is to fly and bus which takes 8h 17m and costs $239.13 - $500 .

How far is it from Santa Barbara to South Lake Tahoe?

The distance between Santa Barbara and South Lake Tahoe is 881 km. The road distance is 789.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to South Lake Tahoe without a car is to bus which takes 11h 40m and costs $141.30 - $228.26 .

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

It takes approximately 11h 40m to get from Santa Barbara to South Lake Tahoe, including transfers.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to South Lake Tahoe?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to South Lake Tahoe is 789 km. It takes approximately 8h 38m to drive from Santa Barbara 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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