What is the cheapest way to get from Red Bluff to Lake Tahoe?

The cheapest way to get from Red Bluff to Lake Tahoe is to bus and train which costs $27 - $60 and takes 11h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Red Bluff to Lake Tahoe?

The fastest way to get from Red Bluff to Lake Tahoe is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Red Bluff and Lake Tahoe?

No, there is no direct bus from Red Bluff to Lake Tahoe. However, there are services departing from Red Bluff Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at Sand Harbor Visitors Center via Chico Amtrak, Sacramento - Amtrak, Stateline Transit Center, Kingsbury Transit Center and Hwy 28 at Raley's Shopping Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 19m.

How far is it from Red Bluff to Lake Tahoe?

The distance between Red Bluff and Lake Tahoe is 268 miles. The road distance is 191 miles.

How do I travel from Red Bluff to Lake Tahoe without a car?

The best way to get from Red Bluff to Lake Tahoe without a car is to bus which takes 11h 19m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Red Bluff to Lake Tahoe?

It takes approximately 11h 19m to get from Red Bluff to Lake Tahoe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Red Bluff to Lake Tahoe bus from?

Red Bluff to Lake Tahoe bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Red Bluff Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Red Bluff to Lake Tahoe bus arrive?

Red Bluff to Lake Tahoe bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chico Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Red Bluff to Lake Tahoe?

Yes, the driving distance between Red Bluff to Lake Tahoe is 191 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Red Bluff to Lake Tahoe.

Where can I stay near Lake Tahoe?

There are 342+ hotels available in Lake Tahoe.

Red Bluff to Lake Tahoe - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Red Bluff to Lake Tahoe by bus (Amtrak), car, 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 Red Bluff Amtrak Bus Stop to Chico Amtrak
2. Take the bus from Chico Amtrak to Sacramento
3. Take the bus from Sacramento - Amtrak to Stateline Transit Center
11h 19m
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Red Bluff Amtrak Bus Stop to Chico Amtrak
2. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Sacramento
3. Take the bus from Sacramento - Amtrak to South Lake Tahoe Wye
11h 58m
$27–56
Drive 189.9 mi
1. Drive from Red Bluff to Sand Harbor189.9 mi
3h 48m
$35–51

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Distance: 266.3 mi
Duration: 11h 19m

What companies run services between Red Bluff, CA, USA and Lake Tahoe, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Red Bluff Amtrak Bus Stop to Sand Harbor Visitors Center via Chico Amtrak, Sacramento, Sacramento - Amtrak, Stateline Transit Center, Kingsbury Transit Center, and Hwy 28 at Raley's Shopping Center in around 11h 19m.

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