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 Lodi Amtrak Station, Sacramento - Amtrak, Stateline Transit Center, Kingsbury Transit Center and Hwy 28 at Raley's Shopping Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 54m.

How far is it from Modesto to Lake Tahoe?

The distance between Modesto and Lake Tahoe is 218 miles. The road distance is 171.7 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 and line 28 bus which takes 9h 54m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 9h 54m 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 Lodi Bus Stop 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 380+ hotels available in Lake Tahoe.

Modesto to Lake Tahoe - 3 ways to travel via bus, line 28 bus, car, and BART

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

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Bus, line 28 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Lodi Bus Stopbus
2. Take the bus from Lodi Amtrak Station to Sacramentobus
3. Take the bus from Sacramento - Amtrak to Stateline Transit Centerbus
4. Take the bus from Kingsbury Transit Center to Hwy 28 at Raley's Shopping Centerbus 28
9h 54m
Drive 170.8 mi
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1. Drive from Modesto to Sand Harborcar 170.8 mi
3h 51m
$31–44
Bus, BART, fly, taxi
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 2m
$518–654

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) flights

42Weekly Planes

1h 7mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 216.9 mi
Duration: 9h 54m

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 Lodi Amtrak Station, Sacramento, Sacramento - Amtrak, Stateline Transit Center, Kingsbury Transit Center, and Hwy 28 at Raley's Shopping Center in around 9h 54m.

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