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

The cheapest way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 4h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley is to drive which takes 4h 26m and costs $30 - $50.

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

No, there is no direct bus from South Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley. However, there are services departing from Al Tahoe/US 50 and arriving at Curry Village via Stateline Transit Center, Gardnerville - Kentucky Fried Chicken, 1338 US 395 and Mammoth Lakes Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 31m.

How far is it from South Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley?

The distance between South Lake Tahoe and Yosemite Valley is 254 miles. The road distance is 187.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley without a car is to bus which takes 9h 31m and costs $55 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 9h 31m to get from South Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley, including transfers.

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

South Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley bus services, operated by Tahoe Transportation, depart from Stateline Transit Center station.

Where does the South Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley bus arrive?

South Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley bus services, operated by Tahoe Transportation, arrive at Douglas County Community/Senior Center station.

Can I drive from South Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between South Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley is 187 miles. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from South Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley.

Where can I stay near Yosemite Valley?

There are 278+ hotels available in Yosemite Valley.

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

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

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Bus
best
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 Curry Villagebus
9h 31m
$57–72
Drive 186.3 mi
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1. Drive from South Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valleycar 186.3 mi
4h 26m
$34–50

South Lake Tahoe to Yosemite Valley by bus

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9h 31mAverage Duration

$57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 253 mi
Duration: 9h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Al Tahoe/US 50 to Curry Village via Stateline 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 9h 31m.

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