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

The cheapest way to get from Yosemite National Park to Palo Alto is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 4h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Yosemite National Park to Palo Alto is to drive which takes 4h 7m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Yosemite National Park and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct bus from Yosemite National Park to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage and arriving at El Camino & Churchill via Merced Transpo, Los Baños and King & Virginia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 10m.

How far is it from Yosemite National Park to Palo Alto?

The distance between Yosemite National Park and Palo Alto is 227 miles. The road distance is 183.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Yosemite National Park to Palo Alto without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 31m and costs $65 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 9h 31m to get from Yosemite National Park to Palo Alto, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Yosemite National Park to Palo Alto bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Yosemite National Park to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Yosemite National Park to Palo Alto is 184 miles. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Yosemite National Park to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 457+ hotels available in Palo Alto.

Yosemite National Park to Palo Alto - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Yosemite National Park to Palo Alto by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage to Merced Transpobus
2. Take the bus from Merced to Mantecabus 1
3. Take the train from Lathrop/Manteca Station to Santa Clara Stationtrain Ace
9h 31m
$67–87
Drive 182.6 mi
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1. Drive from Yosemite National Park to Palo Altocar 182.6 mi
4h 7m
$34–49
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Mariposa Grove to Fresno Yosemite International Airportbus
2. Fly from Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane FAT - SFO
5h 48m
$213–498
Bus, line 22 bus
1. Take the bus from Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage to Merced Transpobus
2. Take the bus from Merced Transpo to Pacheco @ Targetbus Lb
3. Take the bus from Los Baños to San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephantbus
4. Take the bus from King & Virginia to El Camino & Churchillbus 22
10h 10m
$38–57

Yosemite National Park to Palo Alto by foot and bus

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Distance: 225.2 mi
Duration: 9h 31m

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

You can take a vehicle from Yosemite Valley Lodge to El Camino & Churchill via Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage, Merced Transpo, Pacheco @ Target, Los Baños, San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant, and King & Virginia in around 10h 10m.

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