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

The cheapest way to get from Walnut Creek to Truckee is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Walnut Creek to Truckee is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Walnut Creek and Truckee?

No, there is no direct bus from Walnut Creek to Truckee. However, there are services departing from Walnut Creek Park & Ride and arriving at Donner Pass Rd and Truckee Way East via Northstar Village Gate # 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Walnut Creek to Truckee?

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

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

The best way to get from Walnut Creek to Truckee without a car is to bus which takes 4h 53m and costs $95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Walnut Creek to Truckee, including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from Walnut Creek to Truckee?

The best way to get from Walnut Creek to Truckee is to bus which takes 4h 53m and costs $95. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $140 and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Walnut Creek to Truckee bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Walnut Creek to Truckee?

Yes, the driving distance between Walnut Creek to Truckee is 171 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Walnut Creek to Truckee.

Where can I stay near Truckee?

There are 1721+ hotels available in Truckee.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Walnut Creek to Truckee by bus, train (Amtrak), car, subway, plane, 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 Walnut Creek Park & Ride to Tahoe Mountain Resort - NorthstarNorthstar
4h 53m
$95
Drive 169.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Walnut Creek to Truckee169.9 mi
2h 56m
$31–45
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Martinez to Truckee Amtrak StationCalifornia Zephyr
6h 29m
$37–132
BART, fly, bus
1. Take the subway from Walnut Creek to San Francisco International Airport
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)SFO - RNO
3. Take the bus from Reno Amtrak to Truckee
5h 44m
$58–314
Bus via West Oakland (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Oakland to TruckeeGreyhound US0870
6h 43m
$39–80

Walnut Creek to Truckee by bus and train (Amtrak)

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6h 29mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 190.2 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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

Tahoe Ski Trips operates a bus from Walnut Creek Park & Ride to Tahoe Mountain Resort - Northstar on demand. Tickets cost $95 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Martinez to Truckee Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $35–130 and the journey takes 4h 54m.

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