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

The cheapest way to get from Portola to Truckee is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 56 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Portola to Truckee is to drive which takes 56 min and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct bus between Portola and Truckee?

No, there is no direct bus from Portola to Truckee. However, there are services departing from 349 E. Sierra Ave and arriving at Truckee via Hallelujah Junction and Reno Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Portola to Truckee?

The distance between Portola and Truckee is 80 miles. The road distance is 48.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portola to Truckee without a car is to bus which takes 3h 38m and costs $16 - $27.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Portola to Truckee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portola to Truckee bus from?

Portola to Truckee bus services, operated by Plumas Transit, depart from 349 E. Sierra Ave station.

Where does the Portola to Truckee bus arrive?

Portola to Truckee bus services, operated by Plumas Transit, arrive at Hwy 70 & 395 station.

Can I drive from Portola to Truckee?

Yes, the driving distance between Portola to Truckee is 48 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Portola to Truckee.

Where can I stay near Truckee?

There are 1721+ hotels available in Truckee.

Portola to Truckee - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Portola to Truckee by bus (Greyhound), car, taxi, bus, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from 349 E. Sierra Ave to Hwy 70 & 395
2. Take the bus from Hallelujah Junction to Amtrak Reno
3. Take the bus from Reno Amtrak to Truckee
3h 38m
$16–27
Drive 47.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portola to Truckee47.8 mi
56 min
$9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Portola to Truckee47.8 mi
56 min
$210–260
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gulling & E. Sierra to Hwy 70 & 395
2. Take the bus from Hallelujah Junction to Amtrak Reno
3. Take the train from Reno to Truckee Amtrak Station
4h 21m
$27–53

Portola to Truckee by bus

3Weekly Buses

3h 38mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 79.8 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

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

You can take a bus from 349 E. Sierra Ave to Truckee via Hallelujah Junction and Reno Amtrak in around 3h 38m.

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