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

The cheapest way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Santa Rosa is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Santa Rosa is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between South Lake Tahoe and Santa Rosa?

No, there is no direct bus from South Lake Tahoe to Santa Rosa. However, there are services departing from Heavenly Valley Ski Lodge and arriving at Santa Rosa Transit Mall via De Haro St & 16th St and North Point St & Jones St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

How far is it from South Lake Tahoe to Santa Rosa?

The distance between South Lake Tahoe and Santa Rosa is 264 miles. The road distance is 191 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Santa Rosa without a car is to bus which takes 7h 44m and costs $140 - $155.

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

It takes approximately 7h 44m to get from South Lake Tahoe to Santa Rosa, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the South Lake Tahoe to Santa Rosa bus arrive?

South Lake Tahoe to Santa Rosa bus services, operated by Tahoe Ski Trips, arrive at San Francisco - 16th St station.

Can I drive from South Lake Tahoe to Santa Rosa?

Yes, the driving distance between South Lake Tahoe to Santa Rosa is 191 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from South Lake Tahoe to Santa Rosa.

Where can I stay near Santa Rosa?

There are 278+ hotels available in Santa Rosa.

South Lake Tahoe to Santa Rosa - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from South Lake Tahoe to Santa Rosa by bus, car, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Heavenly Valley Ski Lodge to San Francisco - 16th Stbus Heavenly Ski Lodge
2. Take the bus from North Point St & Jones St to Santa Rosa Transit Mallbus 172
7h 44m
$142–151
Drive 189.9 mi
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1. Drive from South Lake Tahoe to Santa Rosacar 189.9 mi
3h 48m
$35–51
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from South Lake Tahoe Wye to Sacramento - Amtrakbus
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Martineztrain
3. Take the bus from Martinez to Santa Rosa Amtrak Bus Stopbus
8h 36m
$40–75
Bus, train via San Rafael
1. Take the bus from South Lake Tahoe Wye to Sacramento - Amtrakbus
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Richmondtrain
3. Take the train from SMART San Rafael to SMART Santa Rosa Downtowntrain
9h 15m
$36–80

South Lake Tahoe to Santa Rosa by bus and train

7Weekly Services

8h 36mAverage Duration

$40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 263 mi
Duration: 7h 44m

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

You can take a vehicle from South Lake Tahoe to Santa Rosa Transit Mall via Heavenly Valley Ski Lodge, San Francisco - 16th St, De Haro St & 16th St, Larkin St & Beach St, and North Point St & Jones St in around 7h 44m.

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