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How to Travel from

Santa Cruz to Truckee

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Monterey Regional Airport to Reno
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.87–$956.76

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Monterey Regional Airport to Reno
Ave. Duration:
3h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.62–$829.20
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Reno
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.62–$765.41

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from Monterey Regional Airport to Reno
Ave. Duration:
5h 51m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.87–$956.76

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Reno
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$127.57–$446.49
Plane from Oakland International Airport to Reno
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$153.08–$510.27

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.93–$11.48

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from San Jose to Roseville
Ave. Duration:
3h 27m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.69–$108.43
Train from San Jose to Sacramento
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$19.14–$102.05
Train from Sacramento to Truckee
Ave. Duration:
3h 38m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.58–$95.68
Train from San Jose to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$7.65–$76.54
Bus from Front to Diridon
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

Bus operators

North Lake Tahoe Express

Phone:
+1 866.216.5222
Website:
northlaketahoeexpress.com/
Bus from Reno Tahoe International Airport to Truckee
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$173.00

Tahoe Ski Trips

Phone:
+1 925-382-8320
Website:
tahoeskitrips.net
Bus from San Jose Park to Ride
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$109.57

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Roseville Bus Stop to Truckee
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.38–$89.30

Santa Cruz Metro

Phone:
+1 (831) 425-8600
Website:
scmtd.com/en/
Bus from Ocean & Water to Diridon
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$8.29
Bus from Front to Diridon
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$8.29

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Cruz to Truckee?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Cruz to Truckee is to drive which costs $43.48 - $65.22 and takes 4h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Cruz to Truckee?

The fastest way to get from Santa Cruz to Truckee is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs $43.48 - $65.22 .

How far is it from Santa Cruz to Truckee?

The distance between Santa Cruz and Truckee is 479 km. The road distance is 395.5 km.

How do I travel from Santa Cruz to Truckee without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Cruz to Truckee without a car is to bus which takes 8h 29m and costs $97.83 - $108.70 .

How long does it take to get from Santa Cruz to Truckee?

It takes approximately 8h 29m to get from Santa Cruz to Truckee, including transfers.

Can I drive from Santa Cruz to Truckee?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Cruz to Truckee is 395 km. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Santa Cruz to Truckee.

Where can I stay near Truckee?

There are 1397+ hotels available in Truckee. Prices start at $31.75 per night.
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