The cheapest and fastest buses from Richmond, CA to Truckee, CA
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
5 h 8 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
244 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Richmond, 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 Richmond, CA to Truckee, CA will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
It's difficult to get from Richmond, CA to Truckee, CA without transferring at least once.
720 Capitol Corridor · 3524 AMTRAK8:10 AM5h05Richmond Station, Richmond, CA1:15 PMTruckee Station, Truckee, CA$541One-way1 transfer
734 Capitol Corridor · 3584 AMTRAK2:20 PM4h40Richmond Station, Richmond, CA7:00 PMTruckee Station, Truckee, CA$541One-way1 transfer
732 Capitol Corridor · 3584 AMTRAK1:20 PM5h40Richmond Station, Richmond, CA7:00 PMTruckee Station, Truckee, CA$541One-way1 transfer
734 Capitol Corridor · 3584 AMTRAK2:20 PM4h40Richmond Station, Richmond, CA7:00 PMTruckee Station, Truckee, CA$541One-way1 transfer
720 Capitol Corridor · 3524 AMTRAK8:10 AM5h05Richmond Station, Richmond, CA1:15 PMTruckee Station, Truckee, CA$541One-way1 transfer
732 Capitol Corridor · 3584 AMTRAK1:20 PM5h40Richmond Station, Richmond, CA7:00 PMTruckee Station, Truckee, CA$541One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Richmond, CA to Truckee, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Richmond, CA to Truckee, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $52, and a train costs an average of $45.
Distance: 151 miles (244 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$53 Average price Cheapest | $598 Average price | $489 Average price |
4h 54m Average total duration 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Richmond, CA to Truckee, CA:
A bus is $436 (€357) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Richmond, CA to Truckee, CA costing on average $489 (€401).
A bus is $545 (€446) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Richmond, CA to Truckee, CA costing on average $598 (€490).
Other travel options to Truckee, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 24m.
Train takes on average 5h 35m.
Richmond, CA to Truckee, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $52 |
Live departures
Richmond, CA to Truckee, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Richmond, CA to Truckee, CA buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
720 Capitol Corridor · 3524 AMTRAK | 8:10 AM Richmond Station, Richmond, CA | 5h05 | 1:15 PM Truckee Station, Truckee, CA | 1 transfer | |
732 Capitol Corridor · 3584 AMTRAK | 1:20 PM Richmond Station, Richmond, CA | 5h40 | 7:00 PM Truckee Station, Truckee, CA | 1 transfer | |
734 Capitol Corridor · 3584 AMTRAK | 2:20 PM Richmond Station, Richmond, CA | 4h40 | 7:00 PM Truckee Station, Truckee, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Richmond, CA to Truckee, CA
Buses from Richmond, CA to Truckee, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $52 (€43) but you can travel from only $45 (€37) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 07:25, the last at 15:32. The fastest bus covers the 151 miles (244 km) distance in 4h 40m.
Distance 151 miles (244 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€43) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 40m |
First bus 7:25 AM |
Last bus 3:32 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 2 days |
FAQs: Bus from Richmond, CA to Truckee, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Richmond, 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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Popular bus stations from Richmond, CA to Truckee, CA
Most Richmond, 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 Richmond, CA and Truckee, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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