What is the cheapest way to get from Truckee to Portola?

The cheapest way to get from Truckee to Portola is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 56 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Truckee to Portola?

The fastest way to get from Truckee to Portola is to drive which takes 56 min and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct bus between Truckee and Portola?

No, there is no direct bus from Truckee to Portola. However, there are services departing from Truckee Depot and arriving at 307 E. Sierra Ave via Reno-Tahoe International Airport and Hwy 70 & 395. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Truckee to Portola?

The distance between Truckee and Portola is 87 miles. The road distance is 48.1 miles.

How do I travel from Truckee to Portola without a car?

The best way to get from Truckee to Portola without a car is to bus which takes 4h 11m and costs $105 - $115.

How long does it take to get from Truckee to Portola?

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Truckee to Portola, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Truckee to Portola bus from?

Truckee to Portola bus services, operated by North Lake Tahoe Express, depart from Truckee Depot station.

Where does the Truckee to Portola bus arrive?

Truckee to Portola bus services, operated by North Lake Tahoe Express, arrive at Reno Tahoe International Airport station.

Can I drive from Truckee to Portola?

Yes, the driving distance between Truckee to Portola is 48 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Truckee to Portola.

Where can I stay near Portola?

There are 27+ hotels available in Portola.

Truckee to Portola - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Truckee to Portola by bus, car, taxi, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Truckee Depot to Reno Tahoe International Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Reno-Tahoe International Airport to Hallelujah Junctionbus
3. Take the bus from Hwy 70 & 395 to 307 E. Sierra Avebus
4h 11m
$106–112
Drive 47.8 mi
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1. Drive from Truckee to Portolacar 47.8 mi
56 min
$9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Truckee to Portolataxi 47.8 mi
56 min
$210–260
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Truckee Amtrak Station to Renotrain
2. Take the bus from Amtrak Reno to Hallelujah Junctionbus
3. Take the bus from Hwy 70 & 395 to Gullingbus
4h 54m
$16–33

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Distance: 86.2 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Truckee, CA, USA and Portola, Plumas County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Truckee Depot to 307 E. Sierra Ave via Reno-Tahoe International Airport and Hwy 70 & 395 in around 4h 11m.

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