What is the cheapest way to get from Sunnyvale to Shasta Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Sunnyvale to Shasta Lake is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sunnyvale to Shasta Lake?

The fastest way to get from Sunnyvale to Shasta Lake is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct train between Sunnyvale and Shasta Lake?

No, there is no direct train from Sunnyvale to Shasta Lake. However, there are services departing from Sunnyvale Caltrain Southbound and arriving at Redding Amtrak via San Jose. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 46m.

How far is it from Sunnyvale to Shasta Lake?

The distance between Sunnyvale and Shasta Lake is 309 miles. The road distance is 254.6 miles.

How do I travel from Sunnyvale to Shasta Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Sunnyvale to Shasta Lake without a car is to train which takes 9h 46m and costs $150 - $260.

How long does it take to get from Sunnyvale to Shasta Lake?

It takes approximately 9h 46m to get from Sunnyvale to Shasta Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunnyvale to Shasta Lake bus from?

Sunnyvale to Shasta Lake bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 station.

Where do I catch the Sunnyvale to Shasta Lake train from?

Sunnyvale to Shasta Lake train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Jose station.

Train or bus from Sunnyvale to Shasta Lake?

The best way to get from Sunnyvale to Shasta Lake is to train which takes 9h 46m and costs $150 - $260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $85 and takes 13h 19m.

Where does the Sunnyvale to Shasta Lake bus arrive?

Sunnyvale to Shasta Lake bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at Mission St & 1st St station.

Where does the Sunnyvale to Shasta Lake train arrive?

Sunnyvale to Shasta Lake train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Redding Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Sunnyvale to Shasta Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunnyvale to Shasta Lake is 255 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Sunnyvale to Shasta Lake.

Where can I stay near Shasta Lake?

There are 74+ hotels available in Shasta Lake.

Sunnyvale to Shasta Lake - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Sunnyvale and Shasta Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunnyvale to Shasta Lake. However, there are services departing from El Camino & Mathilda and arriving at Shasta Dam Blvd and Grand River Ave via Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9, San Francisco Bus Station, Sacramento Bus Station and Downtown Passenger Terminal Gate 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 19m.

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There are 3 ways to get from Sunnyvale to Shasta Lake by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Jose to Redding Amtraktrain Coast Starlight
9h 46m
$155–258
Drive 253.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sunnyvale to Shasta Lakecar 253.1 mi
4h 16m
$44–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to Mission St & 1st Stbus 397
2. Take the bus from San Francisco Bus Station to Sacramento Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Redding Bus Stationbus
13h 19m
$50–81

Sunnyvale to Shasta Lake by train and bus (Amtrak)

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Distance: 307.1 mi
Duration: 9h 46m

What companies run services between Sunnyvale, CA, USA and Shasta Lake, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from San Jose to Redding Amtrak once daily. Tickets cost $150–250 and the journey takes 7h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from El Camino & Mathilda to Shasta Dam Blvd and Grand River Ave via Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9, San Francisco Bus Station, Sacramento Bus Station, Redding Bus Station, and Downtown Passenger Terminal Gate 1 in around 13h 19m.

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