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

The cheapest way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Nevada City is to bus which costs $6 - $15 and takes 8h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Nevada City is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs $17 - $25.

How far is it from South Lake Tahoe to Nevada City?

The distance between South Lake Tahoe and Nevada City is 171 miles. The road distance is 94.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Nevada City without a car is to bus which takes 8h 51m and costs $6 - $15.

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

It takes approximately 8h 51m to get from South Lake Tahoe to Nevada City, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the South Lake Tahoe to Nevada City bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Lake Tahoe to Nevada City?

Yes, the driving distance between South Lake Tahoe to Nevada City is 95 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from South Lake Tahoe to Nevada City.

Where can I stay near Nevada City?

There are 76+ hotels available in Nevada City.

South Lake Tahoe to Nevada City - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between South Lake Tahoe and Nevada City?

No, there is no direct bus from South Lake Tahoe to Nevada City. However, there are services departing from Us 50 and arriving at Broad St at Union St and Hwy 20-49 Bridge via South Lake Tahoe Wye, Sacramento, Nevada St at Amtrak Station and Tinloy St at Bank St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 51m.

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There are 3 ways to get from South Lake Tahoe to Nevada City by bus (Amtrak), car, bus, or train

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1. Take the bus from South Lake Tahoe Wye to Sacramento - Amtrakbus
2. Take the bus from Sacramento to Auburn Amtrakbus
3. Take the bus from Nevada St at Amtrak Station to Tinloy St at Bank Stbus 5
8h 51m
$7–15
Drive 94 mi
1. Drive from South Lake Tahoe to Nevada Citycar 94 mi
2h 1m
$18–25
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from South Lake Tahoe Wye to Sacramento - Amtrakbus
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Auburn Amtraktrain
3. Take the bus from Nevada St at Amtrak Station to Tinloy St at Bank Stbus 5
8h 58m
$15–36

South Lake Tahoe to Nevada City by bus

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Distance: 170.1 mi
Duration: 8h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Us 50 to Broad St at Union St and Hwy 20-49 Bridge via South Lake Tahoe Wye, Sacramento - Amtrak, Sacramento, Auburn Amtrak, Nevada St at Amtrak Station, and Tinloy St at Bank St in around 8h 51m.

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