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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Truckee and Portola?

No, there is no direct bus from Truckee to Portola. However, there are services departing from Truckee and arriving at 307 E. Sierra Ave via Amtrak Reno and Hwy 70 & 395. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Truckee to Portola?

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

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

The best way to get from Truckee to Portola without a car is to bus which takes 4h 1m and costs $14 - $27.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Truckee to Portola, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Truckee to Portola bus from?

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

Where does the Truckee to Portola bus arrive?

Truckee to Portola bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Reno Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Truckee to Portola?

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

Where can I stay near Portola?

There are 12+ hotels available in Portola.

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

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

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 Truckee to Reno Amtrak
2. Take the bus from Amtrak Reno to Hallelujah Junction
3. Take the bus from Hwy 70 & 395 to 307 E. Sierra Ave
4h 1m
$15–27
Drive 47.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Truckee to Portola47.8 mi
56 min
$9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Truckee to Portola47.8 mi
56 min
$210–260
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Truckee Amtrak Station to Reno
2. Take the bus from Amtrak Reno to Hallelujah Junction
3. Take the bus from Hwy 70 & 395 to Gulling
4h 54m
$28–48

Truckee to Portola by bus

3Weekly Buses

4h 1mAverage Duration

$15Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Truckee to Portola.

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Distance: 79.8 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Truckee to 307 E. Sierra Ave via Amtrak Reno and Hwy 70 & 395 in around 4h 1m.

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