What is the cheapest way to get from Berkeley to South Lake Tahoe?

The cheapest way to get from Berkeley to South Lake Tahoe is to train and bus which costs $29 - $65 and takes 5h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Berkeley to South Lake Tahoe?

The fastest way to get from Berkeley to South Lake Tahoe is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Berkeley and South Lake Tahoe?

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

How far is it from Berkeley to South Lake Tahoe?

The distance between Berkeley and South Lake Tahoe is 193 miles. The road distance is 178.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Berkeley to South Lake Tahoe without a car is to bus which takes 5h 5m and costs $135 - $145.

How long does it take to get from Berkeley to South Lake Tahoe?

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Berkeley to South Lake Tahoe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Berkeley to South Lake Tahoe bus from?

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

Where does the Berkeley to South Lake Tahoe bus arrive?

Berkeley to South Lake Tahoe bus services, operated by Tahoe Ski Trips, arrive at Heavenly Valley Ski Lodge station.

Can I drive from Berkeley to South Lake Tahoe?

Yes, the driving distance between Berkeley to South Lake Tahoe is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Berkeley to South Lake Tahoe.

Where can I stay near South Lake Tahoe?

There are 1097+ hotels available in South Lake Tahoe.

Berkeley to South Lake Tahoe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and BART

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Walnut Creek Park & Ride to Heavenly Valley Ski Lodgebus Heavenly Ski Lodge
5h 5m
$135–143
Train, bus
cheapest
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 33m
$29–62
Drive 177.9 mi
1. Drive from Berkeley to South Lake Tahoecar 177.9 mi
3h 21m
$33–47
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 Margaritavillebus
6h 11m
$224–500

Berkeley to South Lake Tahoe by train and bus

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5h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 192 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

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

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

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