What is the cheapest way to get from Mount Shasta to South Lake Tahoe?

The cheapest way to get from Mount Shasta to South Lake Tahoe is to bus which costs $40 - $75 and takes 9h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mount Shasta to South Lake Tahoe?

The fastest way to get from Mount Shasta to South Lake Tahoe is to drive which takes 5h 17m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Mount Shasta and South Lake Tahoe?

No, there is no direct bus from Mount Shasta to South Lake Tahoe. However, there are services departing from Mt Shasta and arriving at US 50/ Carson Ave via Richards Blvd & Sequoia Pacific Blvd, Sacramento - Amtrak and South Y Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 52m.

How far is it from Mount Shasta to South Lake Tahoe?

The distance between Mount Shasta and South Lake Tahoe is 329 miles. The road distance is 275.6 miles.

How do I travel from Mount Shasta to South Lake Tahoe without a car?

The best way to get from Mount Shasta to South Lake Tahoe without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 40m and costs $95 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Mount Shasta to South Lake Tahoe?

It takes approximately 9h 40m to get from Mount Shasta to South Lake Tahoe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mount Shasta to South Lake Tahoe bus from?

Mount Shasta to South Lake Tahoe bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Mt Shasta station.

Where does the Mount Shasta to South Lake Tahoe bus arrive?

Mount Shasta to South Lake Tahoe bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Can I drive from Mount Shasta to South Lake Tahoe?

Yes, the driving distance between Mount Shasta to South Lake Tahoe is 276 miles. It takes approximately 5h 17m to drive from Mount Shasta to South Lake Tahoe.

Where can I stay near South Lake Tahoe?

There are 916+ hotels available in South Lake Tahoe.

Mount Shasta to South Lake Tahoe - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Mount Shasta to South Lake Tahoe by train, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Dunsmuir Amtrak Station to Sacramentotrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the bus from Sacramento - Amtrak to South Lake Tahoe Wyebus Sac/SLT Connecting Bus
9h 40m
$96–191
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mt Shasta to Sacramento Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0500
2. Take the bus from Sacramento - Amtrak to South Lake Tahoe Wyebus Sac/SLT Connecting Bus
9h 52m
$41–75
Drive 274 mi
1. Drive from Mount Shasta to South Lake Tahoecar 274 mi
5h 17m
$50–73

Mount Shasta to South Lake Tahoe by bus, tram, and foot

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9h 52mAverage Duration

$41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 327.2 mi
Duration: 9h 40m

What companies run services between Mount Shasta, CA, USA and South Lake Tahoe, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Mt Shasta to US 50/ Carson Ave via Sacramento Bus Station, Richards Blvd & Sequoia Pacific Blvd, 7Th St & Capitol Ave, 8th & Capitol Station, 8th & K Station, Sacramento - Amtrak, and South Y Transit Center in around 9h 52m.

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