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

The cheapest way to get from Lake Tahoe to Sacramento is to line 28 bus and bus which costs $6 - $12 and takes 7h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lake Tahoe to Sacramento is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Tahoe and Sacramento?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Tahoe to Sacramento. However, there are services departing from Sand Harbor Visitors Center and arriving at Sacramento - Amtrak via Hwy 28 at Raley's Shopping Center, Kingsbury Transit Center and South Lake Tahoe Wye. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

How far is it from Lake Tahoe to Sacramento?

The distance between Lake Tahoe and Sacramento is 139 miles. The road distance is 122.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lake Tahoe to Sacramento without a car is to line 28 bus and bus which takes 7h 38m and costs $6 - $12.

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

It takes approximately 7h 38m to get from Lake Tahoe to Sacramento, including transfers.

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

Lake Tahoe to Sacramento bus services, operated by Tahoe Transportation, depart from Hwy 28 at Raley's Shopping Center station.

Where does the Lake Tahoe to Sacramento bus arrive?

Lake Tahoe to Sacramento bus services, operated by Tahoe Transportation, arrive at Kingsbury Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Lake Tahoe to Sacramento?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Tahoe to Sacramento is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Lake Tahoe to Sacramento.

Where can I stay near Sacramento?

There are 334+ hotels available in Sacramento.

Lake Tahoe to Sacramento - 3 ways to travel via train, line 28 bus, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Lake Tahoe to Sacramento by bus, taxi, train, or car

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Line 28 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Hwy 28 at Raley's Shopping Center to Kingsbury Transit Centerbus 28
2. Take the bus from South Lake Tahoe Wye to Sacramento - Amtrakbus Sac/SLT Connecting Bus
7h 38m
$6–11
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Hwy 28 at Tunnel Creek to Renotaxi
2. Take the train from Reno to Sacramentotrain California Zephyr
7h 48m
$167–252
Drive 121.6 mi
1. Drive from Sand Harbor to Sacramentocar 121.6 mi
2h 19m
$23–33

Lake Tahoe to Sacramento by bus

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7h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 137.9 mi
Duration: 7h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Sand Harbor Visitors Center to Sacramento - Amtrak via Hwy 28 at Raley's Shopping Center, Kingsbury Transit Center, and South Lake Tahoe Wye in around 7h 38m.

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