What is the travel distance from South Lake Tahoe to Reno?

The distance between the two cities is 42 miles (68 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from South Lake Tahoe to Reno?

The majority of buses traveling from South Lake Tahoe to Reno start their journey at Stateline Transit Center and wind up at Reno Tahoe Airport. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus South Lake Tahoe to Reno from $33 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for South Lake Tahoe to Reno on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:37am	Harrah's	1h 25m	9:02am	Reno Tahoe Airport	CheapestFastest
Bus	9:27am	Harrah's	1h 25m	10:52am	Reno Tahoe Airport	No tags
Bus	10:37am	Harrah's	1h 25m	12:02pm	Reno Tahoe Airport	No tags
Bus	12:37pm	Harrah's	1h 25m	2:02pm	Reno Tahoe Airport	No tags
Bus	2:50pm	Harrah's	1h 30m	4:20pm	Reno Tahoe Airport	No tags

Next departures for South Lake Tahoe to Reno on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:37am	Harrah's	1h 25m	9:02am	Reno Tahoe Airport	CheapestFastest
Bus	9:27am	Harrah's	1h 25m	10:52am	Reno Tahoe Airport	No tags
Bus	10:37am	Harrah's	1h 25m	12:02pm	Reno Tahoe Airport	No tags
Bus	12:37pm	Harrah's	1h 25m	2:02pm	Reno Tahoe Airport	No tags
Bus	2:50pm	Harrah's	1h 30m	4:20pm	Reno Tahoe Airport	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 3:37 PM PST.

Get from South Lake Tahoe to Reno

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day

1h 45mAverage Duration

39 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

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South Tahoe Airporter

4.5/5186 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.7

Users consistently praise the bus service for its cleanliness, punctuality, and friendly drivers who ensure a smooth ride. Many appreciate the convenience of booking and find it an economical alternative to driving themselves. While some mention minor issues like locked bathrooms or cold interiors, overall satisfaction remains high with recommendations for future use due to efficient operations and skilled staff.

South Tahoe Airporter South Lake Tahoe Reno recent customer reviews

Great service. The driver was extremely kind and the ride was smooth. Pretty drive. Easy and simple. Will book again!

Bridget B.

October 25, 2025

My trip on the bus was fabulous. The driver was kind and courteous to everyone and if it wasn’t for this bus service, I probably would not be able to travel by myself to Southlake Tahoe, so I appreciate it so much.

Sherry H.

August 7, 2025

Easy to book, bus arrived early, driver was very helpful. Very convenient travel option.

Kathryn M.

March 31, 2025

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

Stops in South Lake Tahoe

A - Stateline Transit Center

Stops in Reno

A - Reno Tahoe Airport

B - Reno Station

C - Reno Greyhound Bus Station

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

What is the travel distance from South Lake Tahoe to Reno?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from South Lake Tahoe to Reno?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/14

$33

11/15

$33

Today

$33

11/17

$33

11/18

$33

11/19

$33

11/20

$33

11/21

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The cheapest trip from South Lake Tahoe to Reno was searched and found on Nov 14, 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 South Lake Tahoe to Reno, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $33 to $33 for a bus ticket from South Lake Tahoe to Reno based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2025-11-17.