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How to get fromSan Francisco to Downievilleby bus, car, or train

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There are 3 ways to get from San Francisco to Downieville by bus, car, or train

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  1. Bus, drive

    best
    1. Take the bus from San Francisco - 16th St to Tahoe Mountain Resort - Northstarbus bus Northstar
    2. Drive from Tahoe Mountain Resort - Northstar to Downievillecar car
    5h 24m
    $107–113

  2. Drive 188.7 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from San Francisco to Downievillecar car 188.7 mi
    3h 33m
    $35–50

  3. Train, drive (Amtrak)

    1. Take the train from Richmond to Colfax Amtrak Stationtrain train California Zephyr
    2. Drive from Colfax Amtrak Station to Downievillecar car
    5h 59m
    $55–107

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 270.1 mi
  • Duration: 5h 24m

What companies run services between San Francisco, CA, USA and Downieville, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from San Francisco to Downieville. However, you can take the bus to Tahoe Mountain Resort - Northstar then drive to Downieville. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Civic Center / UN Plaza to Downieville via Richmond, Richmond, and Colfax Amtrak Station in around 5h 59m.

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