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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Santa Fe Depot | 10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Santa Fe Depot | 10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee | No tags | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus) | 10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee | No tags | |||||
 | Greyhound Bus Stop | 10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee | No tags | |||||
| Santa Fe Depot | 10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee | No tags |
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Get from San Diego to Truckee
The journey takes about 20 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $120, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US to Truckee by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to Truckee?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Truckee start from $120. The average price for this route is around $209. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from San Diego to Truckee?
The average bus trip duration from San Diego to Truckee is 20h 20m, covering a distance of 474 miles (765 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 5m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the San Diego to Truckee route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to Truckee?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Truckee at 7:35am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Truckee?
A bus trip from San Diego to Truckee generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from San Diego to Truckee?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Truckee?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from San Diego to Truckee?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Diego to Truckee?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Truckee was searched and found on Jan 6, 2026 with a price of $110To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Truckee, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $110 to $568 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Truckee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $110 which is on 2026-01-09.
