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Hayward to South Lake Tahoe Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There is usually just one train option from Hayward to South Lake Tahoe per day. The average train journey from Hayward to South Lake Tahoe takes 5 hours and 37 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 5 hours and 28 minutes.
| Distance | 144 mi (232 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 28m |
| Lowest price | HUF 22,772.94 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
Price trends for trains from Hayward to South Lake Tahoe
Monthly avg. prices
Which train should you take from Hayward to South Lake Tahoe?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Hayward 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 | 5h 38m | HUF 22,772.94 |
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 Hayward to South Lake Tahoe every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from HUF 22,773.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Hayward to South Lake Tahoe
The distance between Hayward and South Lake Tahoe is approximately 144 miles, or 232 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 37 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 28 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.
Trains departing from Hayward to South Lake Tahoe tend to have the most passengers on Tuesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Tuesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Hayward at 7:00am and arrives in South Lake Tahoe around 5 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 Hayward.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Hayward?
Main departure station: 22555 Meekland Ave
There is one train station in Hayward.
All train stations in Hayward:
22555 Meekland Ave
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 Hayward 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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