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How to get fromStockton to Tahoe Cityby bus, train, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Stockton to Tahoe City by bus, train, car, or taxi

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  1. Bus, train, drive (Amtrak)

    best
    1. Take the bus from Stockton to Sacramentobus bus
    2. Take the train from Sacramento to Colfax Amtrak Stationtrain train
    3. Drive from Colfax Amtrak Station to Tahoe Citycar car
    4h 47m
    $45–76

  2. Drive 154.3 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Stockton to Tahoe Citycar car 154.3 mi
    2h 55m
    $29–41

  3. Bus, taxi

    1. Take the bus from Stockton to Sacramentobus bus
    2. Take the bus from Sacramento - Amtrak to South Lake Tahoe Wyebus bus
    3. Take the taxi from South Lake Tahoe Wye to Tahoe Citytaxi taxi
    5h 31m
    $148–189

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 167.4 mi
  • Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Stockton, San Joaquin County, CA, USA and Tahoe City, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Stockton to Tahoe City. However, you can take the bus to Sacramento, walk to Sacramento, take the train to Colfax Amtrak Station, then drive to Tahoe City. Alternatively, you can drive from Stockton to Tahoe City in around 2h 55m.

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