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How to get from Reno to Crystal Bay by bus and train?

From Reno to Crystal Bay by bus and train

To get from Reno to Crystal Bay in Crystal Bay, take the CALIFORNIA ZEPHYR train from Reno station to Truckee Amtrak Station station. Next, take the HWY267 bus from Donner Pass Rd And Truckee Way station to Hwy 28 at Crystal Bay Club (Shelter) - Arrive station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 28 min. The bus and train schedule from Reno may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Crystal Bay on the Moovit app.

148min
Train - CALIFORNIA ZEPHYRCALIFORNIA ZEPHYR
Bus - HWY267HWY267
Walk to Crystal Bay
Leaves from Reno

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Reno
  • 2
    Train - CALIFORNIA ZEPHYRCALIFORNIA ZEPHYR
    Wait for train
    CALIFORNIA ZEPHYR
    Emeryville
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Truckee Amtrak Station
    69 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Donner Pass Rd And Truckee Way
    ID 418
    230 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - HWY267HWY267
    Wait for bus
    HWY267
    Railyard Mobility Hub To Crystal Bay
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hwy 28 at Crystal Bay Club (Shelter) - Arrive
    ID 1733
    44 min
  • 7
    Walk to Crystal Bay
    Walk to
    Crystal Bay
    Crystal Drive
    400 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Reno to Crystal Bay by bus

To get from Reno to Crystal Bay in Crystal Bay, take the 12 bus from E 2nd Street And Lake Street station to Terminal Way And Villanova Drive station. Next, take the BLUE bus from Reno Tahoe International Airport station to Tahoe Biltmore Lodge & Casino station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 1 min. The ride fare is $152.00. The bus and train schedule from Reno may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Crystal Bay on the Moovit app.

121min$152.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1212
Bus - BLUEBLUE
Walk to Crystal Bay
Leaves from E 2nd Street And Lake Street

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    E 2nd Street And Lake Street
    ID 436
    300 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Meadowood Mall
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Terminal Way And Villanova Drive
    ID 2025
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Reno Tahoe International Airport
    480 yd • 6 min
  • 5
    Bus - BLUEBLUE
    Wait for bus
    BLUE
    To Resorts
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tahoe Biltmore Lodge & Casino
    83 min
  • 7
    Walk to Crystal Bay
    Walk to
    Crystal Bay
    Crystal Drive
    350 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Reno to Crystal Bay

The distance between Reno and Crystal Bay is approximately 56.47 mi, which can typically be travelled in 148 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Reno to Crystal Bay by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Crystal Bay – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Reno to Crystal Bay

To check the bus and train schedule from Reno to Crystal Bay using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Reno) and destination (Crystal Bay), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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From Reno to Crystal Bay by bus

To get from Reno to Crystal Bay in Crystal Bay, take the 12 bus from E 2nd Street And Lake Street station to Terminal Way And Villanova Drive station. Next, take the BLUE bus from Reno Tahoe International Airport station to Tahoe Biltmore Lodge & Casino station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 1 min. The ride fare is $152.00. The bus and train schedule from Reno may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Crystal Bay on the Moovit app.

121min$152.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 1212
Bus - BLUEBLUE
Walk to Crystal Bay
Leaves from E 2nd Street And Lake Street

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    E 2nd Street And Lake Street
    ID 436
    300 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Meadowood Mall
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Terminal Way And Villanova Drive
    ID 2025
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Reno Tahoe International Airport
    480 yd • 6 min
  • 5
    Bus - BLUEBLUE
    Wait for bus
    BLUE
    To Resorts
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tahoe Biltmore Lodge & Casino
    83 min
  • 7
    Walk to Crystal Bay
    Walk to
    Crystal Bay
    Crystal Drive
    350 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Reno to Crystal Bay?

    The fastest way takes 148 minutes, using Train line CALIFORNIA ZEPHYR, Bus line HWY267.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Reno to Crystal Bay?

    The alternative route takes 121 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line BLUE.

  • Is there a direct train between Reno and Crystal Bay?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 28 min.

  • Which train line goes from Reno to Crystal Bay?

    The CALIFORNIA ZEPHYR train line goes from Truckee Amtrak Station near Reno in Reno to Donner Pass Rd And Truckee Way station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Donner Pass Rd And Truckee Way station near Crystal Bay.

  • How long does it take to travel from Reno to Crystal Bay by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Reno and Crystal Bay by train and bus is about 2 hr 28 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Reno to get to Crystal Bay?

    Get on the CALIFORNIA ZEPHYR train from the Truckee Amtrak Station near Reno in Reno.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Reno and Crystal Bay?

    Get off the train at the Donner Pass Rd And Truckee Way stop, which is closest to Crystal Bay.

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