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

The cheapest way to get from Yosemite National Park to San Jose is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Yosemite National Park to San Jose is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Yosemite National Park and San Jose?

No, there is no direct bus from Yosemite National Park to San Jose. However, there are services departing from Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage and arriving at San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant via Merced Transpo and Los Baños. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

How far is it from Yosemite National Park to San Jose?

The distance between Yosemite National Park and San Jose is 202 miles. The road distance is 179.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Yosemite National Park to San Jose without a car is to bus which takes 8h 17m and costs $35 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 8h 17m to get from Yosemite National Park to San Jose, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Yosemite National Park to San Jose bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Yosemite National Park to San Jose?

Yes, the driving distance between Yosemite National Park to San Jose is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Yosemite National Park to San Jose.

Where can I stay near San Jose?

There are 398+ hotels available in San Jose.

Yosemite National Park to San Jose - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus
best
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
8h 17m
$36–52
Drive 178.7 mi
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1. Drive from Yosemite National Park to San Josecar 178.7 mi
3h 55m
$33–48
Bus, fly, Caltrain
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
3. Take the train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southboundtrain
6h 12m
$215–501
Bus, train
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 San Jose Station Diridontrain Ace
9h 8m
$63–81

Yosemite National Park to San Jose by foot and bus

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Distance: 200.8 mi
Duration: 8h 17m

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

You can take a vehicle from Yosemite Valley Lodge to San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant via Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage, Merced Transpo, Pacheco @ Target, and Los Baños in around 8h 17m.

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