Bus from Reno to South Lake Tahoe: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Reno to South Lake Tahoe on December 8
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
South Tahoe AirporterBus
    Reno Tahoe Airport
    Harrah'sCheapest
    South Tahoe AirporterBus
      Reno Tahoe Airport
      Golden Nugget (Lake Tahoe)Fastest
      South Tahoe AirporterBus
        Reno Tahoe Airport
        Harrah'sNo tags
        South Tahoe AirporterBus
          Reno Tahoe Airport
          Harrah'sNo tags
          South Tahoe AirporterBus
            Reno Tahoe Airport
            Harrah'sNo tags

            Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 6:12 PM PST.

            Get from Reno to South Lake Tahoe

            This route is served by bus only

            The journey takes about 1 hour 23 minutes and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            16bus per day
            1h 23mAverage Duration
            39 milesDistance
            2kgCO₂ emissions

            Frequently asked questions about traveling from Reno to South Lake Tahoe by bus

            Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

            1. How much is the bus ticket from Reno to South Lake Tahoe?

              The cheapest bus tickets from Reno to South Lake Tahoe start from $35. The average price for this route is around $35. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

            2. How long is the bus ride from Reno to South Lake Tahoe?

              The average bus trip duration from Reno to South Lake Tahoe is 1h 23m, covering a distance of 39 miles (63 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 2m and is operated by South Tahoe Airporter.

            3. Which bus companies service the Reno to South Lake Tahoe route?

              Several major train operators operate on this route with 16 trains available per day.

            4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Reno to South Lake Tahoe?

              The earliest bus departs from Reno to South Lake Tahoe at 10:30am. And the latest bus departs at 8:45pm.

            5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Reno to South Lake Tahoe?

              A bus trip from Reno to South Lake Tahoe generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

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

            Best price found
            12/03
            $33
            12/04
            $33
            Today
            $33
            12/06
            $33
            12/07
            $33
            12/08
            $33
            12/09
            $33
            12/10
            $33
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Reno to South Lake Tahoe was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $33

            To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Reno to South Lake Tahoe, as early as possible.

            You can expect to pay from $33 to $33 for a bus ticket from Reno to South Lake Tahoe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2025-12-06.

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