Bus Tickets from San Diego, CA to South Lake Tahoe, CA

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to South Lake Tahoe

Average PriceUS$105 - US$133Average Duration15h 5m
18kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$140 - US$140Average Duration1d 20h
67kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Diego to South Lake Tahoe

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach South Lake Tahoe. The journey takes about 15 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$105, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
15h 5mAverage Duration
US$105Cheapest ticket
18kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Diego to South Lake Tahoe: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$115
Average Bus Trip Duration15h 5m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure9:25pm
Distance735 km

San Diego to South Lake Tahoe Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to South Lake Tahoe from San Diego, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

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

  1. How long is the trip from San Diego to South Lake Tahoe by bus?

    The trip from San Diego to South Lake Tahoe will take on average 15h 5m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to South Lake Tahoe in 15h 5m

  2. What is the travel distance from San Diego to South Lake Tahoe?

    The distance between San Diego and South Lake Tahoe is approximately 739 km (458 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from San Diego to South Lake Tahoe?

    Buses departing from Mission Valley Sheraton in San Diego will take you to Stateline Transit Center in South Lake Tahoe.

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from San Diego to South Lake Tahoe?

    Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from San Diego to South Lake Tahoe. Starting at US$105, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from San Diego to South Lake Tahoe?

    You can expect to pay around US$115 for the bus ride from San Diego to South Lake Tahoe.

  6. Is there an overnight bus from San Diego to South Lake Tahoe?

    Yes! If you're heading from San Diego to South Lake Tahoe, you'll find buses departing until 9:25pm and arriving the next day.

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 San Diego and South Lake Tahoe!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from San Diego to South Lake Tahoe, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Diego to South Lake Tahoe.

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

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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

What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego to South Lake Tahoe?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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