What is the cheapest way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Mendota?

The cheapest way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Mendota is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 5h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Mendota?

The fastest way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Mendota is to drive which takes 5h 41m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between South Lake Tahoe and Mendota?

No, there is no direct bus from South Lake Tahoe to Mendota. However, there are services departing from Us 50 and arriving at Mendota via South Lake Tahoe Wye, 8Th St & F St, Sacramento Bus Station and Fresno Downtown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 9m.

How far is it from South Lake Tahoe to Mendota?

The distance between South Lake Tahoe and Mendota is 315 miles. The road distance is 210.7 miles.

How do I travel from South Lake Tahoe to Mendota without a car?

The best way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Mendota without a car is to bus via Sacramento which takes 11h 9m and costs $30 - $65.

How long does it take to get from South Lake Tahoe to Mendota?

It takes approximately 11h 9m to get from South Lake Tahoe to Mendota, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Lake Tahoe to Mendota bus from?

South Lake Tahoe to Mendota bus services, operated by El Dorado Transit, depart from South Lake Tahoe Wye station.

Where does the South Lake Tahoe to Mendota bus arrive?

South Lake Tahoe to Mendota bus services, operated by El Dorado Transit, arrive at Sacramento - Amtrak station.

Can I drive from South Lake Tahoe to Mendota?

Yes, the driving distance between South Lake Tahoe to Mendota is 211 miles. It takes approximately 5h 41m to drive from South Lake Tahoe to Mendota.

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Bus via Sacramento
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1. Take the bus from South Lake Tahoe Wye to Sacramento - Amtrakbus
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Fresno Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Fresno Downtown to Mendotabus
11h 9m
$34–65
Drive 209.5 mi
1. Drive from South Lake Tahoe to Mendotacar 209.5 mi
5h 41m
$39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stateline Transit Center to Douglas County Community/Senior Centerbus 22
2. Take the bus from Gardnerville - Kentucky Fried Chicken, 1338 US 395 to Tavern Rd / Old Mammoth Rdbus 395
3. Take the bus from Mammoth Lakes Park & Ride to Yosemite Villagebus
4. Take the bus from Yosemite Village to Fresno Amtrakbus
5. Take the bus from Fresno Downtown to Mendotabus
17h 12m
$92–110

South Lake Tahoe to Mendota by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

11h 9mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 313.5 mi
Duration: 11h 9m

What companies run services between South Lake Tahoe, CA, USA and Mendota, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Us 50 to Mendota via South Lake Tahoe Wye, Sacramento - Amtrak, 8Th St & F St, Richards Blvd & Sequoia Pacific Blvd, Sacramento Bus Station, Fresno Bus Station, and Fresno Downtown in around 11h 9m.

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How to get fromSouth Lake Tahoe to Mendotaby bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or bus

There are 3 ways to get from South Lake Tahoe to Mendota by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or bus

Bus via Sacramento

Drive 209.5 mi

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