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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip San Rafael - South Lake Tahoe

The distance separating San Rafael and South Lake Tahoe is 154 miles (248 km).

Buses traveling from San Rafael to South Lake Tahoe leave from Tamalpais Ave and arrive at Stateline Transit Center.

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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from San Rafael to South Lake Tahoe.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Rafael to South Lake Tahoe, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from San Rafael to South Lake Tahoe.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from San Rafael to South Lake Tahoe while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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Bus from South Lake Tahoe to San Rafael

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