What is the cheapest way to get from Redding to Alta?

The cheapest way to get from Redding to Alta is to bus which costs $28 - $50 and takes 7h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Redding to Alta?

The fastest way to get from Redding to Alta is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Redding and Alta?

No, there is no direct bus from Redding station to Alta. However, there are services departing from Redding Bus Station and arriving at Alta Store via Richards Blvd & Sequoia Pacific Blvd, P St & 5th St and Auburn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Redding and Alta?

No, there is no direct train from Redding to Alta station. However, there are services departing from Redding Amtrak and arriving at Colfax Amtrak Station via Sacramento. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 53m.

How far is it from Redding to Alta?

The distance between Redding and Alta is 225 miles. The road distance is 168.1 miles.

How do I travel from Redding to Alta without a car?

The best way to get from Redding to Alta without a car is to train which takes 7h 53m and costs $65 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Redding to Alta?

It takes approximately 7h 53m to get from Redding to Alta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Redding to Alta bus from?

Redding to Alta bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Redding Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Redding to Alta train from?

Redding to Alta train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Redding Amtrak station.

Train or bus from Redding to Alta?

The best way to get from Redding to Alta is to train which takes 7h 53m and costs $65 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28 - $50 and takes 7h 56m.

Where does the Redding to Alta bus arrive?

Redding to Alta bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Where does the Redding to Alta train arrive?

Redding to Alta train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Sacramento station.

Can I drive from Redding to Alta?

Yes, the driving distance between Redding to Alta is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Redding to Alta.

Where can I stay near Alta?

There are 78+ hotels available in Alta.

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There are 3 ways to get from Redding to Alta by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Redding Amtrak to Sacramentotrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Colfax Amtrak Stationtrain California Zephyr
7h 53m
$67–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Redding Bus Station to Sacramento Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from P St & 5th St to Auburn Stationbus 60
3. Take the bus from Auburn Station to Alta Storebus 40
7h 56m
$28–49
Drive 167.2 mi
1. Drive from Redding to Altacar 167.2 mi
3h 15m
$31–45

Redding to Alta by train and bus (Amtrak)

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7h 53mAverage Duration

$67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 223.8 mi
Duration: 7h 53m

What companies run services between Redding, CA, USA and Alta, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Redding Amtrak to Alta Store via Sacramento, Colfax Amtrak Station, and Colfax Depot in around 7h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Redding Bus Station to Alta Store via Sacramento Bus Station, Richards Blvd & Sequoia Pacific Blvd, P St & 5th St, and Auburn Station in around 7h 56m.

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