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How to get to South Lake Tahoe by train
| Routes | 34 |
| Trips per day | 49 |
| train lines | 1 |
| Stations | 2 |
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What train companies travel to South Lake Tahoe, California?
Located in California, South Lake Tahoe is accessible by train from 34 other cities. You can choose from 49 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to South Lake Tahoe on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to South Lake Tahoe are also available.
Train companies serving South Lake Tahoe
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 50 | 17h 51m | £72.73 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
Which train 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 train with Amtrak giving them a 4.7 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak had the most comfortable train service to South Lake Tahoe taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak offers. They rate Amtrak a 4.5 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 Amtrak has the best on time performance on their train schedules to South Lake Tahoe, rating them a 4.5 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The busiest train station in South Lake Tahoe is Transp Ctr. As South Lake Tahoe's main station, it has the most trains coming and going. However, a popular alternative is South Y Transit Ctr - 1000 Emerald Bay Rd.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| Merced | 5h 17m | £41.04 |
| Modesto | 4h 37m | £38.91 |
| Santa Barbara | 1d 1h 40m | £72.42 |
| Irvine | 1d 2h 33m | £92.58 |
| Salinas | 18h 51m | £68.39 |
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