What is the cheapest way to get from Chico to Lake Tahoe?

The cheapest way to get from Chico to Lake Tahoe is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 3h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chico to Lake Tahoe?

The fastest way to get from Chico to Lake Tahoe is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Chico and Lake Tahoe?

No, there is no direct bus from Chico to Lake Tahoe. However, there are services departing from Chico Amtrak and arriving at Sand Harbor Visitors Center via Sacramento - Amtrak, Stateline Transit Center, Kingsbury Transit Center and Hwy 28 at Raley's Shopping Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 19m.

How far is it from Chico to Lake Tahoe?

The distance between Chico and Lake Tahoe is 228 miles. The road distance is 152 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chico to Lake Tahoe without a car is to bus which takes 9h 19m and costs $35 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Chico to Lake Tahoe?

It takes approximately 9h 19m to get from Chico to Lake Tahoe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chico to Lake Tahoe bus from?

Chico to Lake Tahoe bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chico Amtrak station.

Where does the Chico to Lake Tahoe bus arrive?

Chico to Lake Tahoe bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Sacramento station.

Can I drive from Chico to Lake Tahoe?

Yes, the driving distance between Chico to Lake Tahoe is 152 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Chico to Lake Tahoe.

Where can I stay near Lake Tahoe?

There are 400+ hotels available in Lake Tahoe.

Chico to Lake Tahoe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Chico to Lake Tahoe by bus (Amtrak), car, train, bus, or bus (Greyhound)

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best
1. Take the bus from Chico Amtrak to Sacramentobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Sacramento - Amtrak to Stateline Transit Centerbus Sac/SLT Connecting Bus
9h 19m
$36–54
Drive 151.1 mi
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1. Drive from Chico to Sand Harborcar 151.1 mi
3h 4m
$28–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Sacramentotrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the bus from Sacramento - Amtrak to Stateline Transit Centerbus Sac/SLT Connecting Bus
9h 30m
$33–66
Bus via Reno
1. Take the bus from Chico Bus Station to Sacramento Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Reno Amtrakbus
3. Take the bus from Reno-Tahoe International Airport to Stateline, NV - Lakeside Innbus
11h 34m
$71–109

Chico to Lake Tahoe by bus

7Weekly Buses

9h 19mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 226.3 mi
Duration: 9h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Chico Amtrak to Sand Harbor Visitors Center via Sacramento, Sacramento - Amtrak, Stateline Transit Center, Kingsbury Transit Center, and Hwy 28 at Raley's Shopping Center in around 9h 19m.

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