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

The cheapest way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Folsom is to bus which costs $3 - $12 and takes 4h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Folsom is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs $15 - $22.

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

No, there is no direct bus from South Lake Tahoe to Folsom. However, there are services departing from Us 50 and arriving at Iron Point Rd at Prairie City Rd via South Lake Tahoe Wye and Placerville Station Transfer Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from South Lake Tahoe to Folsom?

The distance between South Lake Tahoe and Folsom is 82 miles. The road distance is 83.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Folsom without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 2h 55m and costs $90 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from South Lake Tahoe to Folsom, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the South Lake Tahoe to Folsom bus arrive?

South Lake Tahoe to Folsom bus services, operated by El Dorado Transit, arrive at Placerville Station Transfer Center.

Can I drive from South Lake Tahoe to Folsom?

Yes, the driving distance between South Lake Tahoe to Folsom is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from South Lake Tahoe to Folsom.

Where can I stay near Folsom?

There are 143+ hotels available in Folsom.

South Lake Tahoe to Folsom - 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from South Lake Tahoe to Folsom by bus, taxi, or car

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from South Lake Tahoe Wye to Placerville Station Transfer Centerbus Sac/SLT Connecting Bus
2. Take the taxi from Placerville Station Transfer Center to Folsomtaxi
2h 55m
$93–117
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Lake Tahoe Wye to Placerville Station Transfer Centerbus Sac/SLT Connecting Bus
2. Take the bus from Placerville Station Transfer Center to Iron Point Rd at Prairie City Rdbus 25 / ...
4h 54m
$4–12
Drive 82.8 mi
1. Drive from South Lake Tahoe to Folsomcar 82.8 mi
1h 43m
$16–22

South Lake Tahoe to Folsom by bus

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4h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 81.9 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Us 50 to Iron Point Rd at Prairie City Rd via South Lake Tahoe Wye and Placerville Station Transfer Center in around 4h 54m.

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