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Bus San Francisco, US to Truckee: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$38
Average bus trip duration5h 45m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure06:30
Distance160 miles

San Francisco to Truckee Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from San Francisco to Truckee, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Francisco, US - Truckee

  1. What's the distance between San Francisco and Truckee by coach?

    The distance between San Francisco and Truckee by coach is approximately 162 miles (261 km).

  2. How can I get from San Francisco to Truckee without driving?

    You can travel to Truckee from San Francisco by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
08/08
US$39
09/08
US$51
Today
US$47
11/08
US$28
12/08
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13/08
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14/08
US$28
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Truckee was searched and found on 11 Aug 2025 with a price of US$28

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

You can expect to pay from US$28 to US$457 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Truckee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$28, which is on 2025-08-11.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from San Francisco to Truckee.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 San Francisco to Truckee, 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 San Francisco to Truckee that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from San Francisco to Truckee, 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!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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.

Will you be returning to San Francisco, US by bus?

Bus from San Francisco, US to Truckee

You can also go to Truckee by train

Train from San Francisco, US to Truckee

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