What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 4h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley?

The fastest way to get from Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley is to drive which takes 4h 34m and costs $35 - $55.

How far is it from Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley?

The distance between Lake Tahoe and Yosemite Valley is 279 miles. The road distance is 197.9 miles.

How do I travel from Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley without a car is to bus which takes 11h 50m and costs $55 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley?

It takes approximately 11h 50m to get from Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley bus from?

Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley bus services, operated by Eastern Sierra Transit Authority, depart from Gardnerville - Kentucky Fried Chicken, 1338 US 395 station.

Where does the Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley bus arrive?

Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley bus services, operated by Eastern Sierra Transit Authority, arrive at Tavern Rd / Old Mammoth Rd station.

Can I drive from Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley is 198 miles. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley.

Where can I stay near Yosemite Valley?

There are 278+ hotels available in Yosemite Valley.

Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley - 2 ways to travel via bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Lake Tahoe and Yosemite Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley. However, there are services departing from Sand Harbor Visitors Center and arriving at Curry Village via Hwy 28 at Raley's Shopping Center, Kingsbury Transit Center, Gardnerville - Kentucky Fried Chicken, 1338 US 395 and Mammoth Lakes Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 50m.

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There are 2 ways to get from Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley by bus or car

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1. Take the bus from Gardnerville - Kentucky Fried Chicken, 1338 US 395 to Tavern Rd / Old Mammoth Rdbus 395 Route North / ...
2. Take the bus from Mammoth Lakes Park & Ride to Curry Villagebus Mammoth Lakes HWY 120E/395
11h 50m
$59–75
Drive 196.7 mi
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1. Drive from Sand Harbor to Yosemite Valleycar 196.7 mi
4h 34m
$36–52

Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley by bus

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11h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 277.2 mi
Duration: 11h 50m

What companies run services between Lake Tahoe, CA, USA and Yosemite Valley, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Sand Harbor Visitors Center to Curry Village via Hwy 28 at Raley's Shopping Center, Kingsbury Transit Center, Douglas County Community/Senior Center, Gardnerville - Kentucky Fried Chicken, 1338 US 395, Tavern Rd / Old Mammoth Rd, and Mammoth Lakes Park & Ride in around 11h 50m.

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