Bus South Lake Tahoe to San Jose: Trip Overview
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South Lake Tahoe to San Jose Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip South Lake Tahoe - San Jose, US
What is the distance between South Lake Tahoe and San Jose?
The distance between South Lake Tahoe and San Jose is around 245 km (152 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from South Lake Tahoe to San Jose?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Stateline Transit Center, in South Lake Tahoe, and end it at Diridon Station, in San Jose.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from South Lake Tahoe to San Jose was searched and found on Jun 26, 2025 with a price of US$77To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from South Lake Tahoe to San Jose, as early as possible.
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Bus Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from South Lake Tahoe to San Jose.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from South Lake Tahoe to San Jose, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from South Lake Tahoe to San Jose that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from South Lake Tahoe to San Jose, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
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!
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
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