What is the cheapest way to get from Sacramento to Shasta Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Sacramento to Shasta Lake is to bus which costs $25 - $50 and takes 4h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sacramento to Shasta Lake?

The fastest way to get from Sacramento to Shasta Lake is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Sacramento and Shasta Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Sacramento station to Shasta Lake. However, there are services departing from Sacramento Bus Station and arriving at Shasta Dam Blvd and Grand River Ave via Downtown Passenger Terminal Gate 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Sacramento and Shasta Lake?

No, there is no direct train from Sacramento to Shasta Lake. However, there are services departing from Sacramento and arriving at Redding Amtrak via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Sacramento to Shasta Lake?

The distance between Sacramento and Shasta Lake is 170 miles. The road distance is 168.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sacramento to Shasta Lake without a car is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs $50 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Sacramento to Shasta Lake?

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Sacramento to Shasta Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sacramento to Shasta Lake bus from?

Sacramento to Shasta Lake bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Sacramento Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Sacramento to Shasta Lake train from?

Sacramento to Shasta Lake train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Sacramento station.

Train or bus from Sacramento to Shasta Lake?

The best way to get from Sacramento to Shasta Lake is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs $50 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $50 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Sacramento to Shasta Lake bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sacramento to Shasta Lake train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sacramento to Shasta Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Sacramento to Shasta Lake is 168 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Sacramento to Shasta Lake.

Where can I stay near Shasta Lake?

There are 73+ hotels available in Shasta Lake.

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There are 3 ways to get from Sacramento to Shasta Lake by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Sacramento to Redding Amtraktrain Coast Starlight
4h 41m
$53–108
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Redding Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0500
4h 50m
$25–49
Drive 167.2 mi
1. Drive from Sacramento to Shasta Lakecar 167.2 mi
2h 43m
$31–45

Sacramento to Shasta Lake by train and bus (Amtrak)

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4h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 169.2 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Sacramento to Redding Amtrak once daily. Tickets cost $50–110 and the journey takes 3h 16m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Redding Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $24–50 and the journey takes 3h 25m. Two other operators also service this route.

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