What is the cheapest way to get from Alameda to Truckee?

The cheapest way to get from Alameda to Truckee is to bus which costs $27 - $70 and takes 5h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alameda to Truckee?

The fastest way to get from Alameda to Truckee is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Alameda and Truckee?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Oakland and arriving at Truckee. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Alameda and Truckee?

No, there is no direct train from Alameda to Truckee station. However, there are services departing from Oakland and arriving at Truckee Amtrak Station via Sacramento. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

How far is it from Alameda to Truckee?

The distance between Alameda and Truckee is 183 miles. The road distance is 184.7 miles.

How do I travel from Alameda to Truckee without a car?

The best way to get from Alameda to Truckee without a car is to bus which takes 5h 15m and costs $27 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Alameda to Truckee?

The bus from Oakland to Truckee takes 5h 15m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Alameda to Truckee bus from?

Alameda to Truckee bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Oakland station.

Where do I catch the Alameda to Truckee train from?

Alameda to Truckee train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Oakland station.

Train or bus from Alameda to Truckee?

The best way to get from Alameda to Truckee is to bus which takes 5h 15m and costs $27 - $70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $80 - $180 and takes 6h 37m.

Where does the Alameda to Truckee bus arrive?

Alameda to Truckee bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Truckee station.

Where does the Alameda to Truckee train arrive?

Alameda to Truckee train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Sacramento station.

Can I drive from Alameda to Truckee?

Yes, the driving distance between Alameda to Truckee is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Alameda to Truckee.

How do I get a train ticket from Alameda to Truckee?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Alameda to Truckee?

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Where can I stay near Truckee?

There are 1700+ hotels available in Truckee.

Alameda to Truckee - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Alameda to Truckee by bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, plane, or bus

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Oakland to TruckeeGreyhound US0870
5h 15m
$27–70
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Oakland to SacramentoCapitol Corridor / ...
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Truckee Amtrak StationCalifornia Zephyr
6h 37m
$82–172
Drive 183.6 mi
1. Drive from Alameda to Truckee183.6 mi
3h 15m
$34–49
Fly, line 12 bus, bus
1. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)SFO - RNO
2. Take the bus from Terminal Way and Airmotive Way to RTC 4th STREET STATION Bay D 4SS
3. Take the bus from Reno Amtrak to Truckee
5h 19m
$60–313

Alameda to Truckee by bus (Greyhound)

7Weekly Buses

5h 15mAverage Duration

$27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 182.4 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

What companies run services between Alameda, Alameda County, CA, USA and Truckee, CA, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Oakland to Truckee once daily. Tickets cost $27–70 and the journey takes 5h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Oakland to Truckee Amtrak Station via Sacramento in around 6h 37m.

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