Bus Tickets from South Lake Tahoe to San Francisco (CA), US

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Bus South Lake Tahoe to San Francisco: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$76
Average Bus Trip Duration5h 50m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure1:25pm
Distance250 km
Latest bus departure2:55pm

South Lake Tahoe to San Francisco Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip South Lake Tahoe - San Francisco (CA), US

  1. How long is the trip from South Lake Tahoe to San Francisco by bus?

    The bus ride from South Lake Tahoe to San Francisco takes 5h 50m, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to San Francisco in about 5h 30m.

  2. What is the travel distance from South Lake Tahoe to San Francisco?

    The distance between South Lake Tahoe and San Francisco is approximately 250 km (155 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from South Lake Tahoe to San Francisco?

    Buses departing from Stateline Transit Center in South Lake Tahoe will take you to Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf) in San Francisco.

  4. What is the cheapest way to get from South Lake Tahoe to San Francisco?

    The least expensive option to go from South Lake Tahoe to San Francisco would be going by bus. Starting at US$76, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from South Lake Tahoe to San Francisco?

    The bus from South Lake Tahoe to San Francisco will cost you US$76, on average.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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US$72
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US$72
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To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from South Lake Tahoe to San Francisco, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$72 to US$72 for a bus ticket from South Lake Tahoe to San Francisco based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$72 which is on 2025-06-10.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between South Lake Tahoe and San Francisco!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from South Lake Tahoe to San Francisco.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from South Lake Tahoe to San Francisco will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from South Lake Tahoe to San Francisco, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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