What is the cheapest way to get from Truckee to Walnut Creek?

The cheapest way to get from Truckee to Walnut Creek is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 2h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Truckee to Walnut Creek?

The fastest way to get from Truckee to Walnut Creek is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Truckee and Walnut Creek?

No, there is no direct bus from Truckee to Walnut Creek. However, there are services departing from Donner Pass Rd and Truckee Way and arriving at Walnut Creek Park & Ride via Tahoe Mountain Resort - Northstar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Truckee and Walnut Creek?

No, there is no direct train from Truckee station to Walnut Creek. However, there are services departing from Truckee Amtrak Station and arriving at Walnut Creek via Richmond and MacArthur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from Truckee to Walnut Creek?

The distance between Truckee and Walnut Creek is 191 miles. The road distance is 170.9 miles.

How do I travel from Truckee to Walnut Creek without a car?

The best way to get from Truckee to Walnut Creek without a car is to bus which takes 4h 24m and costs $95.

How long does it take to get from Truckee to Walnut Creek?

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Truckee to Walnut Creek, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Truckee to Walnut Creek bus from?

Truckee to Walnut Creek bus services, operated by Tahoe Ski Trips, depart from Tahoe Mountain Resort - Northstar station.

Where do I catch the Truckee to Walnut Creek train from?

Truckee to Walnut Creek train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Truckee Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Truckee to Walnut Creek?

The best way to get from Truckee to Walnut Creek is to bus which takes 4h 24m and costs $95. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $27 - $100 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Truckee to Walnut Creek bus arrive?

Truckee to Walnut Creek bus services, operated by Tahoe Ski Trips, arrive at Walnut Creek Park & Ride station.

Where does the Truckee to Walnut Creek train arrive?

Truckee to Walnut Creek train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Richmond station.

Can I drive from Truckee to Walnut Creek?

Yes, the driving distance between Truckee to Walnut Creek is 171 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Truckee to Walnut Creek.

Where can I stay near Walnut Creek?

There are 340+ hotels available in Walnut Creek.

Truckee to Walnut Creek - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and BART

There are 5 ways to get from Truckee to Walnut Creek by bus, train (Amtrak), car, plane, subway, or bus (Greyhound)

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 Tahoe Mountain Resort - Northstar to Walnut Creek Park & RideNorthstar
4h 24m
$95
Train (Amtrak)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Truckee Amtrak Station to RichmondCalifornia Zephyr
7h 5m
$28–98
Drive 169.9 mi
1. Drive from Truckee to Walnut Creek169.9 mi
2h 57m
$31–45
Bus, fly, BART
1. Take the bus from Truckee to Reno Amtrak
2. Fly from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)RNO - SFO
3. Take the subway from San Francisco International Airport to Walnut Creek
5h 42m
$52–232
Bus via West Oakland (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Truckee to OaklandGreyhound US0870
5h 46m
$42–77

Truckee to Walnut Creek by train and subway (Amtrak)

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7h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 190.4 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

What companies run services between Truckee, CA, USA and Walnut Creek, CA, USA?

Tahoe Ski Trips operates a bus from Tahoe Mountain Resort - Northstar to Walnut Creek Park & Ride on demand. Tickets cost $95 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Truckee Amtrak Station to Richmond once daily. Tickets cost $24–95 and the journey takes 6h 14m.

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