Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Chico | Emerald Bay Rd | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Chico | Stateline Transit Center | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 9:16 AM PST.
Get from Chico to South Lake Tahoe
The journey takes about 5 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5593 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $56
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chico to South Lake Tahoe by bus
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chico to South Lake Tahoe was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $52To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chico to South Lake Tahoe, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $52 to $52 for a bus ticket from Chico to South Lake Tahoe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $52 which is on 2025-11-21.
