- Must visit
Emigrant Trail Museum
Nearby Donner Memorial museum interprets the emigrant story, Washoe culture, and Sierra travel history.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
CHF46
Average ticket price on Sep 20
CHF46
Fastest journey on Sep 20
4 h 52 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
4 h 52 m
Buses on Sep 20
2
Distance
247 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Emeryville, CA to Truckee, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Emeryville, CA to Truckee, CA will cost around CHF46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF46.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 2 buses from Emeryville, CA to Truckee, CA, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct buses cover the 247 km distance in an average of 4 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 52 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest buses will take 4 h 52 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Emeryville, CA to Truckee, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of CHF35 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 5h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF35, while a train costs an average of CHF168.
Distance: 153 miles (247 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
CHF35 Average price Cheapest | CHF168 Average price |
5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 4m Average total duration 5h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Emeryville, CA to Truckee, CA:
A bus is CHF133 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Emeryville, CA to Truckee, CA costing on average CHF168.
A bus is CHF559 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Emeryville, CA to Truckee, CA costing on average CHF594.
Other travel options to Truckee, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 25m.
Train takes on average 5h 34m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price CHF29 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 08:08PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 4h52 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price CHF46 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 09:08PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 4h52 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price CHF45 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:08PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 4h52 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF46 |
The table below shows live departures for Emeryville, CA to Truckee, CA buses for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:08 PM Emeryville, CA | 4h52 | 3:00 AM Truckee, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Emeryville, CA to Truckee, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at CHF29 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:21, the last at 15:10. The fastest bus covers the 153 miles (247 km) distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 153 miles (247 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF29 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 15m |
First bus 7:21 AM |
Last bus 3:10 PM |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Truckee, CA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Truckee, CA trip today.
Nearby Donner Memorial museum interprets the emigrant story, Washoe culture, and Sierra travel history.
Local history museum in a former jail, featuring exhibits on logging, railroads, and early Truckee life.
Small museum in the historic depot with railroad artifacts, model displays, and stories of Truckee's rail past.
Walkable historic core with brick buildings, shops, and railroad-era character ideal for strolling.
Lakeside state park area with beach access, picnic spots, and sweeping Sierra scenery near Truckee.
Riverside trail and park system with bridges, wetlands, and mountain views close to central Truckee.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Emeryville, CA to Truckee, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Truckee, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Emeryville, CA to Truckee, CA buses use the Oakland, West Oakland BART Station to Truckee, Depot (Donner Pass Rd.) station pair. Use this guide to compare Emeryville, CA and Truckee, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Truckee, Depot (Donner Pass Rd.) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Truckee, Depot (Donner Pass Rd.). ATMs are available at Truckee, Depot (Donner Pass Rd.).
Ticket office support is available at Truckee, Depot (Donner Pass Rd.).
Available at Truckee, Depot (Donner Pass Rd.): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Truckee, Depot (Donner Pass Rd.): The station has basic accessibility features.
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