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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Oakland, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA
Cheapest price
CHF60
Average price
CHF60
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
5 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
236 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Oakland, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oakland, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA will cost around CHF60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF60.
Of the 1 buses that leave Oakland, CA for South Lake Tahoe, CA on Wed, Aug 26, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 26 the direct buses cover the 236 km distance in an average of 5 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
On Wed, Aug 26 the slowest buses will take 5 h 40 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.
2:35 PM5h40Oakland, CA8:15 PMSouth Lake Tahoe, CACHF601One-way0 transfers
- 2:35 PM5h40Oakland, CA8:15 PMSouth Lake Tahoe, CACHF601One-way0 transfers
Oakland, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price CHF60 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price CHF60 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:48PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 5h27 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF60 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price CHF59 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 03:48PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 5h27 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price CHF59 |
Live departures
Oakland, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oakland, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA buses for today, Tuesday, August 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 524 Capitol Corridor · 3624 AMTRAK | 7:35 AM Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA | 5h40 | 1:15 PM South Lake Tahoe, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oakland, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA
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Take a bus from Oakland, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA and enjoy the approximately 146 miles (236 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 07:35, the last at 14:55.
Distance 146 miles (236 km) |
First bus 7:35 AM |
Last bus 2:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 28 days |
FAQs: Bus from Oakland, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA
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