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How to get to South Lake Tahoe by bus
Routes | 1 |
Trips per day | 14 |
bus lines | 2 |
Stations | 3 |
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What bus companies travel to South Lake Tahoe, California?
Located in California, South Lake Tahoe is accessible by bus from one other city. You can choose from 14 daily scheduled trips when you search for buses to South Lake Tahoe on Wanderu. South Tahoe Airporter usually has the most buses on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Train tickets to South Lake Tahoe are also available..
Bus companies serving South Lake Tahoe
Bus | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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FlixBus US | 1 | 1h 33m | CHF 29.96 |
South Tahoe Airporter | 1 | 1h 32m | CHF 29.96 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment.
South Tahoe Airporter is a bus company based in Nevada, specializing in travel to and from the Reno-Tahoe International Airport and a variety of destinations in the area. While the bus service doesn't refund tickets, you can change your reservation easily if your flight is delayed. Walk-ons are also accepted, but the only way to guarantee a seat is to buy a ticket in advance.
Which bus carrier has the best service to South Lake Tahoe?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to South Lake Tahoe by bus with South Tahoe Airporter giving them a 5 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak Thruway had the most comfortable bus service to South Lake Tahoe taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak Thruway offers. They rate Amtrak Thruway a 4.9 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to South Lake Tahoe punctually, travelers suggest that South Tahoe Airporter has the best on time performance on their bus schedules to South Lake Tahoe, rating them a 5 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The busiest bus station in South Lake Tahoe is Harrah's Lake Tahoe. There are several other active stations in addition to this main station. The most popular bus stations in South Lake Tahoe are:
- Harrah's Lake Tahoe
- Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel
- Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel
Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Reno | 1h 31m | CHF 29.96 |
Placerville | 1h 25m | CHF 18.30 |
Sacramento | 2h 24m | CHF 31.11 |
Stockton | 5h 0m | CHF 32.48 |
Top bus routes to and from South Lake Tahoe
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