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

The cheapest way to get from Yosemite National Park to Salinas is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Yosemite National Park to Salinas is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs $30 - $45.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Yosemite National Park to Salinas. However, there are services departing from Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage and arriving at N Main St/ W Rossi St via Merced Transpo, Los Baños and Monterey / Gilroy Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 12m.

How far is it from Yosemite National Park to Salinas?

The distance between Yosemite National Park and Salinas is 200 miles. The road distance is 169.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Yosemite National Park to Salinas without a car is to bus which takes 9h 12m and costs $30 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 9h 12m to get from Yosemite National Park to Salinas, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Yosemite National Park to Salinas bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Yosemite National Park to Salinas?

Yes, the driving distance between Yosemite National Park to Salinas is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Yosemite National Park to Salinas.

Where can I stay near Salinas?

There are 193+ hotels available in Salinas.

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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 Gilroybus
4. Take the bus from Monterey / Gilroy Train Station to N Main St/ W Rossi Stbus 59
9h 12m
$34–53
Drive 168.8 mi
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1. Drive from Mariposa Grove to Salinascar 168.8 mi
3h 28m
$31–45

Yosemite National Park to Salinas by foot and bus

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9h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 198.7 mi
Duration: 9h 12m

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

You can take a vehicle from Yosemite Valley Lodge to N Main St/ W Rossi St via Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage, Merced Transpo, Pacheco @ Target, Los Baños, Gilroy, and Monterey / Gilroy Train Station in around 9h 12m.

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