What is the cheapest way to get from San Jose to Zephyr Cove?

The cheapest way to get from San Jose to Zephyr Cove is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 4h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Jose to Zephyr Cove?

The fastest way to get from San Jose to Zephyr Cove is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between San Jose and Zephyr Cove?

No, there is no direct bus from San Jose to Zephyr Cove. However, there are services departing from San Jose Park and Ride and arriving at Heavenly Valley Ski Lodge via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from San Jose to Zephyr Cove?

The distance between San Jose and Zephyr Cove is 255 miles. The road distance is 202.5 miles.

How do I travel from San Jose to Zephyr Cove without a car?

The best way to get from San Jose to Zephyr Cove without a car is to bus which takes 5h 13m and costs $140 - $160.

How long does it take to get from San Jose to Zephyr Cove?

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from San Jose to Zephyr Cove, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Jose to Zephyr Cove bus from?

San Jose to Zephyr Cove bus services, operated by Tahoe Ski Trips, depart from San Jose Park and Ride station.

Where does the San Jose to Zephyr Cove bus arrive?

San Jose to Zephyr Cove bus services, operated by Tahoe Ski Trips, arrive at Heavenly Valley Ski Lodge station.

Can I drive from San Jose to Zephyr Cove?

Yes, the driving distance between San Jose to Zephyr Cove is 203 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from San Jose to Zephyr Cove.

Where can I stay near Zephyr Cove?

There are 401+ hotels available in Zephyr Cove.

San Jose to Zephyr Cove - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Caltrain

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There are 5 ways to get from San Jose to Zephyr Cove by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from San Jose Park and Ride to Heavenly Valley Ski Lodgebus Heavenly Ski Lodge
5h 13m
$144–154
Drive 201.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Jose to Zephyr Covecar 201.3 mi
4h 15m
$37–54
Train, bus
1. Take the train from San Jose to Sacramentotrain Capitol Corridor / ...
2. Take the bus from Sacramento - Amtrak to South Lake Tahoe Wyebus Sac/SLT Connecting Bus
7h 1m
$94–158
Caltrain to San Francisco International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northboundtrain
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)plane SFO - RNO
3. Take the bus from Reno-Tahoe International Airport to Stateline, NV - Lakeside Innbus
5h 38m
$250–533
Fly from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)plane SJC - RNO
2. Take the bus from Reno-Tahoe International Airport to Stateline, NV - Lakeside Innbus
4h 26m
$416–616

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) flights

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1h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 254 mi
Duration: 5h 13m

What companies run services between San Jose, CA, USA and Zephyr Cove, NV, USA?

Tahoe Ski Trips operates a bus from San Jose Park and Ride to Heavenly Valley Ski Lodge on demand. Tickets cost $104 and the journey takes 5h.

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