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

The cheapest way to get from Modesto to Lake Tahoe is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Modesto to Lake Tahoe is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Modesto and Lake Tahoe?

No, there is no direct bus from Modesto to Lake Tahoe. However, there are services departing from Modesto Bus Stop and arriving at Sand Harbor Visitors Center via Stockton, Sacramento - Amtrak, South Y Transit Center, Kingsbury Transit Center and Hwy 28 at Raley's Shopping Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 41m.

How far is it from Modesto to Lake Tahoe?

The distance between Modesto and Lake Tahoe is 335 miles. The road distance is 171.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Modesto to Lake Tahoe without a car is to bus which takes 10h 41m and costs $45 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Modesto to Lake Tahoe, including transfers.

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

Modesto to Lake Tahoe bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Modesto Bus Stop station.

Where does the Modesto to Lake Tahoe bus arrive?

Modesto to Lake Tahoe bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Stockton station.

Can I drive from Modesto to Lake Tahoe?

Yes, the driving distance between Modesto to Lake Tahoe is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Modesto to Lake Tahoe.

Where can I stay near Lake Tahoe?

There are 407+ hotels available in Lake Tahoe.

Modesto to Lake Tahoe - 3 ways to travel via bus, BART, plane, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Modesto to Lake Tahoe by bus, subway, plane, taxi, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), or car

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Bus, BART, fly, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to BART Dublin Stationbus
2. Take the subway from Dublin / Pleasanton to Daly Citysubway
3. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)plane SFO - RNO
4. Take the taxi from Reno-Airport-RNO to Sand Harbor Visitors Centertaxi
6h 9m
$328–634
Drive 170.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Modesto to Sand Harborcar 170.8 mi
3h 51m
$32–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Stocktonbus
2. Take the bus from Stockton to Sacramentobus
3. Take the bus from Sacramento - Amtrak to South Lake Tahoe Wyebus
10h 41m
$47–71

Modesto to Lake Tahoe by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

10h 41mAverage Duration

$47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 332.9 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

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

You can take a bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Sand Harbor Visitors Center via Stockton, Stockton, Sacramento, Sacramento - Amtrak, South Y Transit Center, Kingsbury Transit Center, and Hwy 28 at Raley's Shopping Center in around 10h 41m.

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