What is the cheapest way to get from Sacramento to Lake Tahoe Dam?

The cheapest way to get from Sacramento to Lake Tahoe Dam is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sacramento to Lake Tahoe Dam?

The fastest way to get from Sacramento to Lake Tahoe Dam is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Sacramento and Lake Tahoe Dam?

No, there is no direct bus from Sacramento to Lake Tahoe Dam. However, there are services departing from Sacramento - Amtrak and arriving at Tahoe City Transit Center - Arrive via Sugar Pine Point State Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Sacramento to Lake Tahoe Dam?

The distance between Sacramento and Lake Tahoe Dam is 117 miles. The road distance is 113.3 miles.

How do I travel from Sacramento to Lake Tahoe Dam without a car?

The best way to get from Sacramento to Lake Tahoe Dam without a car is to bus which takes 4h 12m and costs $90 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Sacramento to Lake Tahoe Dam?

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Sacramento to Lake Tahoe Dam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sacramento to Lake Tahoe Dam bus from?

Sacramento to Lake Tahoe Dam bus services, operated by El Dorado Transit, depart from Sacramento - Amtrak station.

Where does the Sacramento to Lake Tahoe Dam bus arrive?

Sacramento to Lake Tahoe Dam bus services, operated by El Dorado Transit, arrive at South Lake Tahoe Wye station.

Can I drive from Sacramento to Lake Tahoe Dam?

Yes, the driving distance between Sacramento to Lake Tahoe Dam is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Sacramento to Lake Tahoe Dam.

Where can I stay near Lake Tahoe Dam?

There are 1365+ hotels available in Lake Tahoe Dam.

Sacramento to Lake Tahoe Dam - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Sacramento to Lake Tahoe Dam by train, car, or bus

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Train, drive (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Sacramento to Colfax Amtrak Stationtrain California Zephyr
2. Drive from Colfax Amtrak Station to Lake Tahoe Damcar
2h 26m
$28–51
Drive 112.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sacramento to Lake Tahoe Damcar 112.7 mi
2h 1m
$21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sacramento - Amtrak to South Lake Tahoe Wyebus Sac/SLT Connecting Bus
4h 12m
$92–115

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Distance: 116.4 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Sacramento, CA, USA and Lake Tahoe Dam, CA, USA?

El Dorado Transit operates a bus from Sacramento - Amtrak to South Lake Tahoe Wye once daily. Tickets cost $1–5 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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