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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Los Angeles, CA to Truckee, CA
Cheapest price
$104
Average price
$146
Fastest journey
11 h 30 m
Average duration
12 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
612 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, CA to Truckee, CA will cost around $146 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $104.
Of the 2 buses that leave Los Angeles, CA for Truckee, CA on Mon, Jun 01, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 01 the direct buses cover the 612 km distance in an average of 12 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 30 m .
On Mon, Jun 01 the slowest buses will take 12 h 30 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.
8:45 AM11h30Los Angeles, CA8:15 PMTruckee, CA$1041One-way0 transfers
7:45 AM12h30Los Angeles, CA8:15 PMTruckee, CA$1891One-way0 transfers
- 8:45 AM11h30Los Angeles, CA8:15 PMTruckee, CA$1041One-way0 transfers
- 7:45 AM12h30Los Angeles, CA8:15 PMTruckee, CA$1891One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Los Angeles, CA to Truckee, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Truckee, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $92. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $92, and a flight costs an average of $89.
Distance: 380 miles (612 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$131 Average price Cheapest | $187 Average price | $204 Average price | $99 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 49m Average total duration 11h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 18m Average total duration 18h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Los Angeles, CA to Truckee, CA:
A bus is $56 (€45) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Los Angeles, CA to Truckee, CA costing on average $187 (€150).
A bus is $73 (€59) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Los Angeles, CA to Truckee, CA costing on average $204 (€164).
Other travel options to Truckee, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 19m.
Train takes on average 18h 48m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Los Angeles, CA to Truckee, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $277 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $143 |
Live departures
Los Angeles, CA to Truckee, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Truckee, CA buses for today, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:45 AM Los Angeles, CA | 11h30 | 8:15 PM Truckee, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Los Angeles, CA to Truckee, CA
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Buses from Los Angeles, CA to Truckee, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $92 (€74) but you can travel from only $89 (€72) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 380 miles (612 km) distance in 11h 30m.
Distance 380 miles (612 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $92 (€74) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 11h 30m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Los Angeles, CA to Truckee, CAYou can travel by bus between Los Angeles, CA to Truckee, CA with Greyhound for as low as $89 (€72). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Los Angeles, CA to Truckee, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, 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.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
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- $15 per additional bag.
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