How much is the bus ticket from Sacramento to South Lake Tahoe?

The cheapest bus tickets from Sacramento to South Lake Tahoe start from $40. The average price for this route is around $40. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Sacramento to South Lake Tahoe?

The average bus trip duration from Sacramento to South Lake Tahoe is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 88 miles (142 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 30m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Sacramento to South Lake Tahoe route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Sacramento to South Lake Tahoe at 10:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00am.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sacramento to South Lake Tahoe?

A bus trip from Sacramento to South Lake Tahoe generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Sacramento to South Lake Tahoe from $37 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Sacramento to South Lake Tahoe on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:00am	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 30m	12:30pm	Emerald Bay Rd	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:00am	Sacramento Valley Station	2h 50m	12:50pm	Stateline Transit Center	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 7:42 AM PST.

Get from Sacramento to South Lake Tahoe

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

2h 30mAverage Duration

88 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Sacramento and South Lake Tahoe?

Stops in Sacramento

A
Greyhound Sacramento Station
420 Richards Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95811, USA
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B
Old Sacramento
961 2nd St, Sacramento, CA 95814, USA
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C
Fruitridge Rd
3330 Fruitridge Rd, Sacramento, CA 95820, USA
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Stops in South Lake Tahoe

A
Stateline Transit Center
4118 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150, USA
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Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,610 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5610 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $40

Amtrak Sacramento South Lake Tahoe recent customer reviews

Got canceled last minute and ruined my holiday

Deniz D.

January 16, 2023

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sacramento, US 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Sacramento to South Lake Tahoe?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sacramento to South Lake Tahoe start from $40. The average price for this route is around $40. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Sacramento to South Lake Tahoe?
The average bus trip duration from Sacramento to South Lake Tahoe is 2h 30m, covering a distance of 88 miles (142 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 30m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Sacramento to South Lake Tahoe route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sacramento to South Lake Tahoe?
The earliest bus departs from Sacramento to South Lake Tahoe at 10:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sacramento to South Lake Tahoe?
A bus trip from Sacramento to South Lake Tahoe generates an estimated 4 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

11/26

$37

11/27

$37

Today

$37

11/29

$37

11/30

$37

12/01

$37

12/02

$37

12/03

$37

The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to South Lake Tahoe was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $37

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

You can expect to pay from $37 to $37 for a bus ticket from Sacramento, US to South Lake Tahoe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2025-11-29.