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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity coaches per day from Reno to Truckee. Traveling by coach from Reno to Truckee usually takes around 47 minutes, but the fastest Salt Lake Express coach can make the trip in 25 minutes.
| Distance | 24 mi (39 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 25m |
| Cheapest price | £9.25 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Coach lines | 2 |
How much is a coach ticket from Reno to Truckee?
£9.35 is the average price of a bus ticket from Reno to Truckee. This is currently one of the best deals in bus travel. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Average prices by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from Reno to Truckee is expected to be between £9 and £12. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is 20 April 2024, when tickets are available for 20 April 2024. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just £9.
Monthly average prices
Prices as travel date approaches
The easiest way to save money on bus tickets is by booking in advance! Many carriers increase prices as the travel date approaches, so it's always a good idea to buy your tickets as early as possible. Book at least 24 days in advance to save £0.47 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.
What coach companies travel from Reno to Truckee?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Reno to Truckee that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 2 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 0h 48m | £9.41 |
| Salt Lake Express | 2 | 0h 33m | £20.54 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 2 bus trips from Reno to Truckee every day, with the average journey taking around 0 hours and 48 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Truckee usually start from £9.
Book Salt Lake Express from Reno to Truckee from £20. There are 2 Salt Lake Express schedules from Reno to Truckee and you can expect on average to pay for a Salt Lake Express ticket to Truckee. In Reno, Salt Lake Express departs to Truckee from Silver Legacy Casino and 1 other station. In Truckee, Salt Lake Express arrives at 10065 Donner Pass Rd and no other station.
An average trip on Salt Lake Express from Reno to Truckee takes 0 hours and 33 minutes , while the fastest available Salt Lake Express trip will get you to Truckee in 0 hours and 25 minutes .
On weekends, Salt Lake Express offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Truckee.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 47 minutes to cover the 24 miles from Reno to Truckee. However, the fastest coach only takes 25 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to Truckee at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go."
The first coach leaves at 11:00 and the last coach leaves at 15:00. To see the times for all coaches from Reno to Truckee, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled coaches that travel from Reno to Truckee every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Reno to Truckee without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Reno to Truckee; ticket prices start at £11.26.
City Information
Reno
Dazzling with neon lights and bustling through the night, Reno is a great destination for those seeking top-class entertainment. Though considerably outshined by Las Vegas, Reno still brings unique attractions to the table. Among the most notable destinations for non-gamblers is an independent art scene down at Riverwalk, where indie galleries as well as restaurants abound. Fans of the great outdoors should not miss out on nearby Lake Tahoe, which stands among the most beautiful vacation destinations in the country.
At its core, Reno is still a city for gamblers, and it certainly does not disappoint. Slot machines, table games and cabaret shows are available at the local casinos, ready to tempt risk-takers who wish to court Lady Luck.
Right in the heart of downtown Reno, you will find the Reno Amtrak station from where you can take a train to Northern California and beyond. The local Reno-Tahoe International Airport is located outside of the city and it provides quick access to international flight routes. The main bus stop that serves Reno is also located at the airport.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Reno?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Reno Amtrak Train Station
The Amtrak Station in Reno is one of the main travel hubs in the city and opened in 1868. Located on North Center St, the station is surrounded by the casinos, restaurants, and hotels which put Reno on the map. Due to its downtown location, the station waiting area and the train tracks are actually placed below ground level. The California Zephyr train line passes through this station on its route from Chicago to Emeryville as well as Amtrak Thruway buses which connect to Sacramento.
All coach stations in Reno:
Reno Amtrak Train Station
Reno-Tahoe International Airport
Silver Legacy Casino
Where does the coach arrive in Truckee?
Main arrival station: 10065 Donner Pass Rd
All coaches from Reno arrive at one main station in Truckee.
Coach stations in Truckee:
10065 Donner Pass Rd
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