What is the cheapest way to get from Danville to Truckee?

The cheapest way to get from Danville to Truckee is to bus via West Oakland which costs $30 - $65 and takes 7h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Danville to Truckee?

The fastest way to get from Danville to Truckee is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Danville and Truckee?

No, there is no direct bus from Danville to Truckee. However, there are services departing from Railroad Ave and Church St and arriving at Donner Pass Rd and Truckee Way East via Walnut Creek Park & Ride and Northstar Village Gate # 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Danville and Truckee?

No, there is no direct train from Danville to Truckee station. However, there are services departing from Walnut Creek and arriving at Truckee Amtrak Station via MacArthur and Richmond. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Danville to Truckee?

The distance between Danville and Truckee is 197 miles. The road distance is 178.4 miles.

How do I travel from Danville to Truckee without a car?

The best way to get from Danville to Truckee without a car is to bus which takes 5h 37m and costs $97 - $98.

How long does it take to get from Danville to Truckee?

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Danville to Truckee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Danville to Truckee bus from?

Danville to Truckee bus services, operated by Tahoe Ski Trips, depart from Walnut Creek Park & Ride station.

Where do I catch the Danville to Truckee train from?

Danville to Truckee train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Richmond station.

Train or bus from Danville to Truckee?

The best way to get from Danville to Truckee is to bus which takes 5h 37m and costs $97 - $98. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $60 - $140 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Danville to Truckee bus arrive?

Danville to Truckee bus services, operated by Tahoe Ski Trips, arrive at Tahoe Mountain Resort - Northstar station.

Where does the Danville to Truckee train arrive?

Danville to Truckee train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Truckee Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Danville to Truckee?

Yes, the driving distance between Danville to Truckee is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Danville to Truckee.

Where can I stay near Truckee?

There are 1263+ hotels available in Truckee.

Danville to Truckee - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Danville to Truckee by bus, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Walnut Creek Park & Ride to Tahoe Mountain Resort - Northstarbus Northstar
5h 37m
$97
Drive 177.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Danville to Truckeecar 177.3 mi
3h 5m
$33–47
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Richmond to Truckee Amtrak Stationtrain California Zephyr
7h 45m
$61–139
Bus via West Oakland (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Oakland to Truckeebus Greyhound US0870
7h 35m
$33–63

Danville to Truckee by bus, subway, and train (Amtrak)

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7h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 195.5 mi
Duration: 5h 37m

What companies run services between Danville, CA, USA and Truckee, CA, USA?

Tahoe Ski Trips operates a bus from Walnut Creek Park & Ride to Tahoe Mountain Resort - Northstar on demand. Tickets cost $95 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Richmond to Truckee Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $55–130 and the journey takes 5h 26m.

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