What is the cheapest way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Alameda?

The cheapest way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Alameda is to bus which costs $18 - $35 and takes 8h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Alameda?

The fastest way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Alameda is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between South Lake Tahoe and Alameda?

No, there is no direct bus from South Lake Tahoe to Alameda. However, there are services departing from Us 50 and arriving at Oakland via South Lake Tahoe Wye, 8Th St & K St and Sacramento Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 2m.

How far is it from South Lake Tahoe to Alameda?

The distance between South Lake Tahoe and Alameda is 192 miles. The road distance is 185.7 miles.

How do I travel from South Lake Tahoe to Alameda without a car?

The best way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Alameda without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 52m and costs $30 - $70.

How long does it take to get from South Lake Tahoe to Alameda?

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from South Lake Tahoe to Alameda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Lake Tahoe to Alameda bus from?

South Lake Tahoe to Alameda bus services, operated by El Dorado Transit, depart from South Lake Tahoe Wye station.

Where does the South Lake Tahoe to Alameda bus arrive?

South Lake Tahoe to Alameda bus services, operated by El Dorado Transit, arrive at Sacramento - Amtrak station.

Can I drive from South Lake Tahoe to Alameda?

Yes, the driving distance between South Lake Tahoe to Alameda is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from South Lake Tahoe to Alameda.

Where can I stay near Alameda?

There are 749+ hotels available in Alameda.

South Lake Tahoe to Alameda - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from South Lake Tahoe to Alameda by bus, train, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from South Lake Tahoe Wye to Sacramento - Amtrakbus Sac/SLT Connecting Bus
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Oaklandtrain Capitol Corridor / ...
6h 52m
$31–67
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Lake Tahoe Wye to Sacramento - Amtrakbus Sac/SLT Connecting Bus
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Oaklandbus Greyhound US0870
8h 2m
$19–35
Drive 184.7 mi
1. Drive from South Lake Tahoe to Alamedacar 184.7 mi
3h 30m
$34–49
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Stateline, NV - Bally's to Reno-Tahoe International Airportbus
2. Fly from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane RNO - SFO
5h 36m
$223–499

South Lake Tahoe to Alameda by bus and train

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6h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 191.2 mi
Duration: 6h 52m

What companies run services between South Lake Tahoe, CA, USA and Alameda, Alameda County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Us 50 to Oakland via South Lake Tahoe Wye, Sacramento - Amtrak, 8Th St & K St, Richards Blvd & Sequoia Pacific Blvd, and Sacramento Bus Station in around 8h 2m.

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