South Lake Tahoe, CA to San Francisco, CA bus

Tue, Feb 11
+ Add return
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Cheap bus tickets from South Lake Tahoe, CA to San Francisco, CA

Showing times and prices for Feb 11

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from South Lake Tahoe, CA to San Francisco, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Amtrak
01:25PM5h16
Stateline Transit Center, Stateline, NV
06:41PMEmeryville station, Emeryville, CA
$751One-way
1 transfer
Cheapest
Amtrak
01:45PM4h56
South Lake Tahoe, CA
06:41PMEmeryville station, Emeryville, CA
$751One-way
1 transfer

South Lake Tahoe, CA to San Francisco, CA bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, February 11
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Amtrak
3647 AMTRAK
Amtrak3647 AMTRAK
01:25PM Stateline Transit Center, Stateline, NV5h16 06:41PM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA1 transfer
Amtrak
3647 AMTRAK
Amtrak3647 AMTRAK
01:45PM South Lake Tahoe, CA4h56 06:41PM Emeryville station, Emeryville, CA1 transfer

This is the last bus of the day.

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Compare prices and tickets South Lake Tahoe, CA to San Francisco, CA by bus or flight

Tue
Feb 11
Wed
Feb 12
Thu
Feb 13
Fri
Feb 14
Sat
Feb 15
Sun
Feb 16
Mon
Feb 17

Bus times from South Lake Tahoe, CA to San Francisco, CA

Showing times and prices for Feb 11

Fastest Journey

4 h 56 m

Average

5 h 6 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

248 km

It's difficult to get from South Lake Tahoe, CA to San Francisco, CA without transferring at least once.

Fastest
Amtrak
01:45PM4h56
South Lake Tahoe, CA
06:41PMEmeryville station, Emeryville, CA
$751One-way
1 transfer
2nd Fastest
Amtrak
01:25PM5h16
Stateline Transit Center, Stateline, NV
06:41PMEmeryville station, Emeryville, CA
$751One-way
1 transfer

More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.

Alsa
Eurolines France
RegioJet
Bla Bla Bus

Journey information

Overview: Bus from South Lake Tahoe, CA to San Francisco, CA

Take a bus from South Lake Tahoe, CA to San Francisco, CA and enjoy the approximately 154 miles (248 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
154 miles (248 km)
Average bus duration
5h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
$71 (€65)
Fastest bus
4h 56m
First bus
21:45
Last bus
22:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus companies: Amtrak from South Lake Tahoe, CA to San Francisco, CA

Find the best buses from South Lake Tahoe, CA to San Francisco, CA with Omio's travel partners Amtrak from $71 (€65). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

Amtrak is the main bus company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak buses running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by bus across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more. Amtrak offers different class options suiting any budget, from Coach Class to Business Class, First Class, and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. There are several different ticket types including Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium for you to book for your next bus journey between South Lake Tahoe, CA and San Francisco, CA.

Amtrak from South Lake Tahoe, CA to San Francisco, CA bus information:

  • Average Duration: 4 h 56 min
  • Cheapest Price: $71

FAQs: Bus from South Lake Tahoe, CA to San Francisco, CA

FAQs: Take the bus from South Lake Tahoe, CA to San Francisco, CA with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from South Lake Tahoe, CA to San Francisco, CA.
FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from South Lake Tahoe, CA to San Francisco, CA can start from as little as $71 (€65) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for South Lake Tahoe, CA to San Francisco, CA is $74 (€67); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The bus time to San Francisco, CA from South Lake Tahoe, CA is on average 4 h 56 min   for the 154 mile (248 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from South Lake Tahoe, CA to San Francisco, CA by bus can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from South Lake Tahoe, CA to San Francisco, CA leaves at 9: 45PM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from South Lake Tahoe, CA to San Francisco, CA leaves at 10: 55PM.
A trip to San Francisco, CA from South Lake Tahoe, CA is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 56 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from South Lake Tahoe, CA to San Francisco, CA by bus is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to San Francisco, CA from South Lake Tahoe, CA including taking a bus or flight.

Most popular bus connections from South Lake Tahoe, CA

HomeBusesBuses in USABus tickets to San Francisco, CASouth Lake Tahoe, CA to San Francisco, CA bus

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone
More routes, destinations and providers
Currency
Language

Useful links