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

The cheapest way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Berkeley is to bus and train which costs $29 - $65 and takes 6h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Berkeley is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs $30 - $50.

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

No, there is no direct bus from South Lake Tahoe to Berkeley. However, there are services departing from Heavenly Valley Ski Lodge and arriving at Walnut Creek BART via S Main St and Rudgear Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from South Lake Tahoe to Berkeley?

The distance between South Lake Tahoe and Berkeley is 194 miles. The road distance is 178.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Berkeley without a car is to bus which takes 4h 48m and costs $135 - $145.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from South Lake Tahoe to Berkeley, including transfers.

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

South Lake Tahoe to Berkeley bus services, operated by Tahoe Ski Trips, depart from Heavenly Valley Ski Lodge station.

Where does the South Lake Tahoe to Berkeley bus arrive?

South Lake Tahoe to Berkeley bus services, operated by Tahoe Ski Trips, arrive at Walnut Creek Park & Ride station.

Can I drive from South Lake Tahoe to Berkeley?

Yes, the driving distance between South Lake Tahoe to Berkeley is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from South Lake Tahoe to Berkeley.

Where can I stay near Berkeley?

There are 758+ hotels available in Berkeley.

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There are 4 ways to get from South Lake Tahoe to Berkeley by bus, car, plane, subway, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Heavenly Valley Ski Lodge to Walnut Creek Park & Ridebus Heavenly Ski Lodge
4h 48m
$135–143
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Lake Tahoe Wye to Sacramento - Amtrakbus Sac/SLT Connecting Bus
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Berkeley Stationtrain Capitol Corridor
6h 33m
$30–62
Drive 177.6 mi
1. Drive from South Lake Tahoe to Berkeleycar 177.6 mi
3h 22m
$33–47
Bus, fly, BART
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
3. Take the subway from San Francisco International Airport to Downtown Berkeleysubway
5h 51m
$223–500

South Lake Tahoe to Berkeley by bus and train

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6h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 192.4 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

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

Tahoe Ski Trips operates a bus from Heavenly Valley Ski Lodge to Walnut Creek Park & Ride on demand. Tickets cost $104 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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