Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Placerville Station Transfer Center | Stateline Transit Center | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Placerville Station Transfer Center | Emerald Bay Rd | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:31 AM PST.
Get from Placerville to South Lake Tahoe
The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5599 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $35
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Placerville, CA to South Lake Tahoe by bus
What is the distance between Placerville and South Lake Tahoe?
It's about 75 km (47 miles) from Placerville to South Lake Tahoe.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Placerville, CA to South Lake Tahoe was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $32To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Placerville, CA to South Lake Tahoe, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $32 to $32 for a bus ticket from Placerville, CA to South Lake Tahoe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2025-11-23.
