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

The cheapest way to get from Novato to South Lake Tahoe is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Novato to South Lake Tahoe is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Novato and South Lake Tahoe?

No, there is no direct bus from Novato to South Lake Tahoe. However, there are services departing from Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave and arriving at Heavenly Valley Ski Lodge via Hyde St & Grove St and San Francisco - 16th St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Novato to South Lake Tahoe?

The distance between Novato and South Lake Tahoe is 234 miles. The road distance is 177.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Novato to South Lake Tahoe without a car is to bus which takes 6h 1m and costs $135 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Novato to South Lake Tahoe, including transfers.

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

Novato to South Lake Tahoe bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, depart from Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave station.

Where does the Novato to South Lake Tahoe bus arrive?

Novato to South Lake Tahoe bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, arrive at Hyde St & Grove St station.

Can I drive from Novato to South Lake Tahoe?

Yes, the driving distance between Novato to South Lake Tahoe is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Novato to South Lake Tahoe.

Where can I stay near South Lake Tahoe?

There are 1097+ hotels available in South Lake Tahoe.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Novato to South Lake Tahoe by bus, car, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave to Hyde St & Grove Stbus 101
2. Take the bus from San Francisco - 16th St to Heavenly Valley Ski Lodgebus Heavenly Ski Lodge
6h 1m
$139–148
Drive 176.6 mi
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1. Drive from Novato to South Lake Tahoecar 176.6 mi
3h 21m
$33–47
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave to Mission St & 2nd Stbus 101
2. Take the train from Richmond to Sacramentotrain
3. Take the bus from Sacramento - Amtrak to South Lake Tahoe Wyebus
8h 21m
$37–80

Novato to South Lake Tahoe by bus, subway, and train

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8h 21mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 232.6 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave to South Lake Tahoe via Hyde St & Grove St, Rhode Island St & 16th St, San Francisco - 16th St, and Heavenly Valley Ski Lodge in around 6h 1m.

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