What is the cheapest way to get from Berkeley to Echo Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Berkeley to Echo Lake is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Berkeley to Echo Lake?

The fastest way to get from Berkeley to Echo Lake is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Berkeley and Echo Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Berkeley to Echo Lake. However, there are services departing from Walnut Creek BART and arriving at Sierra-at-Tahoe via Walnut Creek Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Berkeley to Echo Lake?

The distance between Berkeley and Echo Lake is 182 miles. The road distance is 167.8 miles.

How do I travel from Berkeley to Echo Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Berkeley to Echo Lake without a car is to bus which takes 5h 8m and costs $130 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Berkeley to Echo Lake?

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Berkeley to Echo Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Berkeley to Echo Lake bus from?

Berkeley to Echo Lake bus services, operated by Tahoe Ski Trips, depart from Walnut Creek Park & Ride station.

Where does the Berkeley to Echo Lake bus arrive?

Berkeley to Echo Lake bus services, operated by Tahoe Ski Trips, arrive at Sierra-at-Tahoe station.

Can I drive from Berkeley to Echo Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Berkeley to Echo Lake is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Berkeley to Echo Lake.

Where can I stay near Echo Lake?

There are 648+ hotels available in Echo Lake.

Berkeley to Echo Lake - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, BART, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Berkeley to Echo Lake by bus, car, subway, plane, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Walnut Creek Park & Ride to Sierra-at-Tahoebus Sierra at Tahoe
5h 8m
$139–151
Drive 166.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Berkeley to Echo Lakecar 166.9 mi
3h 5m
$31–44
BART, fly, bus
1. Take the subway from Downtown Berkeley to San Francisco International Airportsubway
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)plane SFO - RNO
3. Take the bus from Reno-Tahoe International Airport to Stateline, NV - Lakeside Innbus
5h 50m
$297–587
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Berkeley Station to Sacramentotrain Capitol Corridor
2. Take the bus from Sacramento - Amtrak to South Lake Tahoe Wyebus Sac/SLT Connecting Bus
5h 32m
$78–125

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) flights

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1h 13mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 181.1 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

What companies run services between Berkeley, CA, USA and Echo Lake, CA, USA?

Tahoe Ski Trips operates a bus from Walnut Creek Park & Ride to Sierra-at-Tahoe on demand. Tickets cost $104 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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