What is the cheapest way to get from Yosemite National Park to Merced?

The cheapest way to get from Yosemite National Park to Merced is to drive which costs $14 - $21 and takes 1h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Yosemite National Park to Merced?

The fastest way to get from Yosemite National Park to Merced is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Yosemite National Park and Merced?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage and arriving at Merced Amtrak. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Yosemite National Park to Merced?

The distance between Yosemite National Park and Merced is 81 miles. The road distance is 79.7 miles.

How do I travel from Yosemite National Park to Merced without a car?

The best way to get from Yosemite National Park to Merced without a car is to bus which takes 2h 53m and costs $25.

How long does it take to get from Yosemite National Park to Merced?

The bus from Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage to Merced Amtrak takes 2h 53m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Yosemite National Park to Merced bus from?

Yosemite National Park to Merced bus services, operated by Yosemite Area Regional Transportation, depart from Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage station.

Where does the Yosemite National Park to Merced bus arrive?

Yosemite National Park to Merced bus services, operated by Yosemite Area Regional Transportation, arrive at Merced Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Yosemite National Park to Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between Yosemite National Park to Merced is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Yosemite National Park to Merced.

Where can I stay near Merced?

There are 31+ hotels available in Merced.

Yosemite National Park to Merced - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Yosemite National Park to Merced by bus or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage to Merced Amtrakbus Merced HWY 140
2h 53m
$25
Drive 79.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Yosemite Welcome Center to Mercedcar 79.3 mi
1h 57m
$15–21
Bus via Yosemite Village
1. Take the bus from Yosemite Village to Merced Transpobus Merced HWY 140
3h 14m
$25

Yosemite National Park to Merced by foot and bus

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Distance: 80.5 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Yosemite National Park, CA, USA and Merced, CA, USA?

Yosemite Area Regional Transportation operates a bus from Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage to Merced Amtrak 5 times a day. Tickets cost $25 and the journey takes 2h 53m.

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