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

The cheapest way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Hayward is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Hayward is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs $30 - $50.

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

No, there is no direct bus from South Lake Tahoe to Hayward. However, there are services departing from Heavenly Valley Ski Lodge and arriving at Dublin Pleasanton BART via S Main St and Rudgear Rd and San Ramon Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from South Lake Tahoe to Hayward?

The distance between South Lake Tahoe and Hayward is 209 miles. The road distance is 185.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Hayward without a car is to bus which takes 6h 12m and costs $135 - $145.

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

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from South Lake Tahoe to Hayward, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the South Lake Tahoe to Hayward bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Lake Tahoe to Hayward?

Yes, the driving distance between South Lake Tahoe to Hayward is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from South Lake Tahoe to Hayward.

Where can I stay near Hayward?

There are 315+ hotels available in Hayward.

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There are 5 ways to get from South Lake Tahoe to Hayward by bus, car, plane, train, or subway

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Heavenly Valley Ski Lodge to Walnut Creek Park & Ridebus Heavenly Ski Lodge
6h 12m
$135–143
Bus, train, BART
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Lake Tahoe Wye to Sacramento - Amtrakbus
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Richmondtrain
3. Take the subway from Richmond to Haywardsubway
7h 25m
$32–70
Drive 184.8 mi
1. Drive from South Lake Tahoe to Haywardcar 184.8 mi
3h 45m
$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
6h 13m
$225–505
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from South Lake Tahoe Wye to Sacramento - Amtrakbus Sac/SLT Connecting Bus
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Hayward Stationtrain Capitol Corridor
7h 20m
$33–77

South Lake Tahoe to Hayward by bus and train

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7h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 208 mi
Duration: 6h 12m

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