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Next departures to San Jose

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 4 May at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: 4 May at
    Destination city: South Lake Tahoe
    Destination location: Stateline Transit Center
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: Duration:
    US$79
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: 2nd Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 4 May at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: 4 May at
    Destination city: South Lake Tahoe
    Destination location: Emerald Bay Rd
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: Duration:
    US$79
Bus San Jose to South Lake Tahoe: Trip Overview

Bus San Jose to South Lake Tahoe: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$83
Average bus trip duration8h 20m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure04:30
Distance155 miles

San Jose to South Lake Tahoe buses

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Jose - South Lake Tahoe

The average bus ticket price from San Jose to South Lake Tahoe is US$83. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Jose to South Lake Tahoe is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between San Jose and South Lake Tahoe is around 8h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h. This is the time it takes to travel the 152 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from San Jose to South Lake Tahoe can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Jose to South Lake Tahoe by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Buses travelling between San Jose and South Lake Tahoe leave from Diridon Station or Santiago Express San Jose and arrive at Stateline Transit Center.

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The cheapest trip from San Jose to South Lake Tahoe was searched and found on 2 May 2024 with a price of US$79

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

You can expect to pay from US$79 to US$79 for a bus ticket from San Jose to South Lake Tahoe based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$79, which is on 2024-05-02.

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 San Jose and South Lake Tahoe!

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 San Jose to South Lake Tahoe.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Jose to South Lake Tahoe will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from San Jose to South Lake Tahoe, 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!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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Bus from South Lake Tahoe to San Jose

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Train from San Jose to South Lake Tahoe

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