What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to General Sherman (tree)?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to General Sherman (tree) is to bus which costs $30 - $65 and takes 9h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica to General Sherman (tree)?

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica to General Sherman (tree) is to drive which takes 4h 48m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica and General Sherman (tree)?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Monica station to General Sherman (tree). However, there are services departing from Los Angeles Union Station and arriving at Sherman Tree Trailhead via Visalia Transit Center and Giant Forest Museum. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 50m.

How far is it from Santa Monica to General Sherman (tree)?

The distance between Santa Monica and General Sherman (tree) is 257 miles. The road distance is 221.3 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Monica to General Sherman (tree) without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Monica to General Sherman (tree) without a car is to bus which takes 9h 50m and costs $30 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Santa Monica to General Sherman (tree)?

It takes approximately 8h 4m to get from Santa Monica to General Sherman (tree), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica to General Sherman (tree) bus from?

Santa Monica to General Sherman (tree) bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the Santa Monica to General Sherman (tree) bus arrive?

Santa Monica to General Sherman (tree) bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, arrive at Visalia Transit Station.

Can I drive from Santa Monica to General Sherman (tree)?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica to General Sherman (tree) is 221 miles. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Santa Monica to General Sherman (tree).

Where can I stay near General Sherman (tree)?

There are 121+ hotels available in General Sherman (tree).

Santa Monica to General Sherman (tree) - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Santa Monica to General Sherman (tree) by bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus, drive
best
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Bakersfield Train Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Visalia Transit Stationbus
3. Drive from Visalia Transit Station to General Sherman (tree)car
8h 4m
$41–76
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Visalia Transit Stationbus Greyhound US0810
2. Take the bus from Visalia Transit Center to Giant Forest Museumbus Visalia
9h 50m
$33–64
Drive 220.1 mi
1. Drive from Santa Monica to General Sherman (tree)car 220.1 mi
4h 48m
$41–58

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Distance: 255.8 mi
Duration: 8h 4m

What companies run services between Santa Monica, CA, USA and General Sherman (tree), CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Downtown Santa Monica Station to General Sherman (tree) via 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines, 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro B & D Lines, Union Station - Metro B & D Lines, Los Angeles Union Station, Visalia Transit Station, Visalia Transit Center, Giant Forest Museum, and Sherman Tree Trailhead in around 9h 50m.

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How to get fromSanta Monica to General Sherman (tree)by bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

There are 3 ways to get from Santa Monica to General Sherman (tree) by bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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