What is the distance between Sacramento and South Lake Tahoe?

The distance separating Sacramento and South Lake Tahoe is 86 miles (138 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Sacramento to South Lake Tahoe?

If you're headed to South Lake Tahoe from Sacramento, chances are that your bus will leave from Greyhound Sacramento Station and arrive at Stateline Transit Center. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Sacramento to South Lake Tahoe from $37 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Sacramento to South Lake Tahoe on November 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:00am	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 30m	12:30pm	Emerald Bay Rd	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:00am	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 50m	12:50pm	Stateline Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to South Lake Tahoe on November 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:00am	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 30m	12:30pm	Emerald Bay Rd	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:00am	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 50m	12:50pm	Stateline Transit Center	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:29 AM PST.

Get from Sacramento to South Lake Tahoe

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

2h 30mAverage Duration

88 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,594 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5594 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 $40

Amtrak Sacramento South Lake Tahoe recent customer reviews

Got canceled last minute and ruined my holiday

Deniz D.

January 16, 2023

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Where are the popular stops in Sacramento and South Lake Tahoe?

Stops in Sacramento

A - Greyhound Sacramento Station

B - Old Sacramento

C - Fruitridge Rd

Stops in South Lake Tahoe

A - Stateline Transit Center

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sacramento, US to South Lake Tahoe by bus

What is the distance between Sacramento and South Lake Tahoe?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Sacramento to South Lake Tahoe?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/17

$37

11/18

No data

Today

$37

11/20

$37

11/21

$37

11/22

$37

11/23

No data

11/24

$37

The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to South Lake Tahoe was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $37

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

You can expect to pay from $37 to $37 for a bus ticket from Sacramento, US to South Lake Tahoe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2025-11-20.