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

The cheapest way to get from Phoenix to Lake Tahoe is to drive which costs $130 - $200 and takes 13h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Phoenix to Lake Tahoe is to fly and bus which takes 6h 20m and costs $270 - $600.

How far is it from Phoenix to Lake Tahoe?

The distance between Phoenix and Lake Tahoe is 649 miles. The road distance is 756.4 miles.

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Phoenix to Lake Tahoe, including transfers.

Can I drive from Phoenix to Lake Tahoe?

Yes, the driving distance between Phoenix to Lake Tahoe is 756 miles. It takes approximately 13h 4m to drive from Phoenix to Lake Tahoe.

Where can I stay near Lake Tahoe?

There are 398+ hotels available in Lake Tahoe.

Phoenix to Lake Tahoe - 2 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Phoenix to Lake Tahoe by plane, bus, or car

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Fly, bus
best
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)plane PHX - RNO
2. Take the bus from Reno Tahoe International Airport to Hyatt Regencybus
6h 20m
$271–572
Drive 752 mi
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1. Drive from Phoenix to Sand Harborcar 752 mi
13h 4m
$138–199

Phoenix (PHX) to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) flights

64Weekly Planes

2h 36mAverage Duration

$62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 644.8 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

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

There is no direct connection from Phoenix to Lake Tahoe. However, you can take the vehicle to Terminal 4 Station, walk to Phoenix (PHX) airport, fly to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO), walk to Reno Tahoe International Airport, take the bus to Hyatt Regency, take the bus to Hwy 28 at Raley's Shopping Center, then take the line 28 bus to Sand Harbor Visitors Center. Alternatively, you can drive from Phoenix to Sand Harbor in around 13h 4m.

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