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Trip Summary
There is one daily train from Fairfield to South Lake Tahoe. Traveling by train from Fairfield to South Lake Tahoe usually takes 4 hours and 3 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 3 hours and 51 minutes.
Distance | 121 mi (195 km) |
Fastest train | 3h 51m |
Lowest price | RON 241.45 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 1 |
Price trends for trains from Fairfield to South Lake Tahoe
Monthly avg. prices
Which train should you take from Fairfield to South Lake Tahoe?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Fairfield to South Lake Tahoe. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak | 1 | 4h 3m | RON 241.45 |
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. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from Fairfield to South Lake Tahoe every day, as well as 2 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from RON 241.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Fairfield and South Lake Tahoe is approximately 121 miles, or 195 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 3 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 51 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Fairfield to South Lake Tahoe on Saturday. Tickets for Saturday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Thursday. Thursday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Fairfield at 8:00am and arrives in South Lake Tahoe around 3 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you transfer trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from South Lake Tahoe to Fairfield.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Fairfield?
Main departure station: 4921 Vanden Road
There is one train station in Fairfield.
All train stations in Fairfield:
4921 Vanden Road
Where is the train station in South Lake Tahoe?
Main arrival station: South Y Transit Ctr - 1000 Emerald Bay Rd
South Lake Tahoe receives travelers from Fairfield at its two active train stations.
All train stations in South Lake Tahoe:
South Y Transit Ctr - 1000 Emerald Bay Rd
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