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Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Clara to South Lake Tahoe

Bus
Average priceUS$92 - US$105Average duration13h
15kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$77 - US$78Average duration6h 7m
22kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Santa Clara to South Lake Tahoe

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach South Lake Tahoe. The journey takes about 6 hours 7 minutes and with fares starting at just US$77, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
6h 7mAverage duration
US$77Cheapest ticket
22kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Santa Clara, US to South Lake Tahoe: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$98
Average bus trip duration13h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure23:30
Distance376 miles

Santa Clara to South Lake Tahoe Bus

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Bus service from Santa Clara to South Lake Tahoe will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to South Lake Tahoe from Santa Clara, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Clara, US - South Lake Tahoe

  1. How far is South Lake Tahoe from Santa Clara by coach?

    The distance between Santa Clara and South Lake Tahoe by coach is approximately 156 miles (251 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach South Lake Tahoe from Santa Clara without a car?

    You can travel to South Lake Tahoe from Santa Clara by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Clara, US to South Lake Tahoe was searched and found on 20 Aug 2025 with a price of US$104

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Santa Clara to South Lake Tahoe.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 Santa Clara to South Lake Tahoe, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Santa Clara to South Lake Tahoe.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Santa Clara to South Lake Tahoe while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Will you be returning to Santa Clara, US by bus?

Bus from South Lake Tahoe to Santa Clara, US

You can also go to South Lake Tahoe by train

Train from Santa Clara, US to South Lake Tahoe

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