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Bus South Lake Tahoe to San Francisco: Trip Overview

Bus South Lake Tahoe to San Francisco: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$76
Average bus trip duration5h 50m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure13:25
Distance155 miles
Latest bus departure14:55

South Lake Tahoe to San Francisco buses

Busbud helps you find a bus from South Lake Tahoe to San Francisco. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from South Lake Tahoe to San Francisco.

Discover how much the bus trip from South Lake Tahoe to San Francisco will cost you. Use our filters and sorting features to find the cheapest bus tickets or luxury buses.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The average bus ticket price from South Lake Tahoe to San Francisco is US$76. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from South Lake Tahoe to San Francisco 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 South Lake Tahoe and San Francisco is around 5h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 5h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 155 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from South Lake Tahoe to San Francisco can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from South Lake Tahoe to San Francisco by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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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The cheapest trip from South Lake Tahoe to San Francisco was searched and found on 25 Apr 2024 with a price of US$72

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 2024-05-01.

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 the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from South Lake Tahoe to San Francisco 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 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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