What is the cheapest way to get from Silicon Valley to Reno?

The cheapest way to get from Silicon Valley to Reno is to bus which costs $35 - $80 and takes 8h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Silicon Valley to Reno?

The fastest way to get from Silicon Valley to Reno is to Caltrain and fly which takes 3h 30m and costs $45 - $310.

Is there a direct train between Silicon Valley and Reno?

No, there is no direct train from Silicon Valley to Reno. However, there are services departing from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound and arriving at Reno via Millbrae and Richmond. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 50m.

How far is it from Silicon Valley to Reno?

The distance between Silicon Valley and Reno is 216 miles. The road distance is 244.4 miles.

How do I travel from Silicon Valley to Reno without a car?

The best way to get from Silicon Valley to Reno without a car is to bus which takes 8h 25m and costs $35 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Silicon Valley to Reno?

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Silicon Valley to Reno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Silicon Valley to Reno train from?

Silicon Valley to Reno train services, operated by BART, depart from Millbrae station.

Where does the Silicon Valley to Reno train arrive?

Silicon Valley to Reno train services, operated by BART, arrive at Richmond station.

Can I drive from Silicon Valley to Reno?

Yes, the driving distance between Silicon Valley to Reno is 244 miles. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Silicon Valley to Reno.

Where can I stay near Reno?

There are 229+ hotels available in Reno.

Silicon Valley to Reno - 6 ways to travel via train, Caltrain, plane, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Silicon Valley to Reno by train, plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, car, or subway

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

Caltrain to San Francisco International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northbound
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)SFO - RNO
3h 30m
$49–302
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to San Bruno BART-Bay 5Ecr
2. Take the bus from Oakland to Reno AmtrakGreyhound US0870
8h 25m
$36–79
Train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Clara Amtrak to SacramentoCapitol Corridor
2. Take the bus from Sacramento to RenoAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 34m
Drive 242.9 mi
1. Drive from Silicon Valley to Reno242.9 mi
4h 25m
$45–64
Caltrain to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound to Santa Clara Caltrain Southbound
2. Fly from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)SJC - RNO
3h 50m
$170–344
BART, train
1. Take the subway from Millbrae to RichmondRed-N
2. Take the train from Richmond to RenoCalifornia Zephyr
9h 50m
$82–172

Silicon Valley to Reno by bus and subway

14Weekly Services

8h 25mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 214.3 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Silicon Valley, CA, USA and Reno, NV, USA?

You can take a bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to Reno Amtrak via San Bruno BART-Bay 5, San Bruno, West Oakland, and Oakland in around 8h 25m.

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