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Palm Desert to South Lake Tahoe

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8 h 58 min
790 km.
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Nine ways to Travel from Palm Desert to South Lake Tahoe

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Cheapest
By car (790 km)
8 h 58 min
790 km.
from $43
Other
Rideshare
8 h 58 min
790 km.
from $10.30
Bus, Plane (Fly Palm Springs International Airport to Oakland International Airport)
7 h 44 min
662 km.
from $406.14
Bus
17 h 59 min
663 km.
from $328.73
Bus, Train (Bus)
21 h 30 min
662 km.
from $5.43
Bus, Plane (Bus to Los Angeles International Airport)
10 h 26 min
662 km.
from $213.46
Bus, Plane (Bus to John Wayne Airport Orange County)
11 h 7 min
662 km.
from $10.87
Bus via Anaheim
20 h 29 min
662 km.
from $5.43
Bus, Train (Bus)
26 h 14 min
662 km.
from $430.72

Transport providers

Bus operators

Omnibus Express

Phone:
+995 322 159 259
Email:
Website:
omnibusexpress.ge/
Bus from Indio Bus Station to Fontana
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$39.60–$56.20

Tahoe Ski Trips

Phone:
+1 925-382-8320
Email:
Website:
tahoeskitrips.net
Bus from Walnut Creek Park & Ride to Heavenly
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$109.70
Bus from San Jose Park to Ride
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$109.70

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.82–$191.59

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Indio Bus Station to Los
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$14.05–$61.31
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$33.21–$114.95

CBX Cross Border Express

Email:
Website:
crossborderxpress.com/en/
Bus from Anaheim, CA - 1440 S Anaheim Blvd to 1642
Ave. Duration:
10h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$70.25–$108.57

Airlines

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Reno
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.41–$306.54

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Reno
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$153.27–$702.50
Plane from John Wayne Airport Orange County to Reno
Ave. Duration:
4h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$217.14–$766.36

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Reno
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.50–$600.31

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Palm Springs International Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.95–$383.18
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Reno
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.34–$383.18
Plane from John Wayne Airport Orange County to Reno
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Saturday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$166.04–$523.68

JSX

Website:
jsx.com/home/search
Plane from John Wayne Airport Orange County to Reno
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$47.26–$408.72

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:
$22.81–$38.32

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:
$51.09–$178.82
Train from Los Angeles to Sacramento
Ave. Duration:
13h 58m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.86–$217.14
Train from Sacramento to Truckee
Ave. Duration:
3h 38m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.60–$95.79
Bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily

Metrolink Trains

Phone:
(800) 371-LINK (5465)
Website:
metrolinktrains.com
Train from Fontana station to L.
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.86–$14.05

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to South Lake Tahoe is to drive which costs $86.96 - $130.43 and takes 8h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palm Desert to South Lake Tahoe is to fly and bus which takes 7h 44m and costs $271.74 - $521.74 .

How far is it from Palm Desert to South Lake Tahoe?

The distance between Palm Desert and South Lake Tahoe is 1022 km. The road distance is 790.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Palm Desert to South Lake Tahoe without a car is to bus which takes 17h 59m and costs $152.17 - $347.83 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 44m to get from Palm Desert to South Lake Tahoe, including transfers.

Can I drive from Palm Desert to South Lake Tahoe?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Desert to South Lake Tahoe is 791 km. It takes approximately 8h 59m to drive from Palm Desert 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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