Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Emerald Bay Rd | Placerville Station Transfer Center | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Stateline Transit Center | Placerville Station Transfer Center | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 6:50 PM PST.
Get from South Lake Tahoe to Placerville
The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Compare bus companies
Based on 5594 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $35
Amtrak South Lake Tahoe Placerville recent customer reviews
Very comfortable
Vijay C.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from South Lake Tahoe to Placerville, CA by bus
What is the travel distance from South Lake Tahoe to Placerville?
It's about 75 km (47 miles) from South Lake Tahoe to Placerville.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from South Lake Tahoe to Placerville, CA was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $32To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from South Lake Tahoe to Placerville, CA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $32 to $32 for a bus ticket from South Lake Tahoe to Placerville, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2025-11-21.
