What is the cheapest way to get from Yosemite Valley to Carson City?

The cheapest way to get from Yosemite Valley to Carson City is to drive and bus which costs $30 - $50 and takes 5h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Yosemite Valley to Carson City?

The fastest way to get from Yosemite Valley to Carson City is to drive which takes 4h 18m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Yosemite Valley and Carson City?

No, there is no direct bus from Yosemite Valley to Carson City. However, there are services departing from Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage and arriving at Stewart St. between 2nd and 3rd St- NB via Tavern Rd / Old Mammoth Rd and Douglas County Community/Senior Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

How far is it from Yosemite Valley to Carson City?

The distance between Yosemite Valley and Carson City is 242 miles. The road distance is 184.5 miles.

How do I travel from Yosemite Valley to Carson City without a car?

The best way to get from Yosemite Valley to Carson City without a car is to bus which takes 8h 5m and costs $55 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Yosemite Valley to Carson City?

It takes approximately 8h 5m to get from Yosemite Valley to Carson City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Yosemite Valley to Carson City bus from?

Yosemite Valley to Carson City bus services, operated by Yosemite Area Regional Transportation, depart from Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage station.

Where does the Yosemite Valley to Carson City bus arrive?

Yosemite Valley to Carson City bus services, operated by Yosemite Area Regional Transportation, arrive at Mammoth Lakes Park & Ride station.

Can I drive from Yosemite Valley to Carson City?

Yes, the driving distance between Yosemite Valley to Carson City is 184 miles. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Yosemite Valley to Carson City.

Where can I stay near Carson City?

There are 400+ hotels available in Carson City.

Yosemite Valley to Carson City - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Yosemite Valley to Carson City by bus or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage to Mammoth Lakes Park & Ridebus Mammoth Lakes HWY 120E/395
2. Take the bus from Tavern Rd / Old Mammoth Rd to Gardnerville - Smith's, 1341 US 395bus 395 Route North / ...
8h 5m
$56–71
Drive, bus
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1. Drive from Yosemite Valley to Bridgeport - 121 Emigrant Streetcar
2. Take the bus from Bridgeport - 121 Emigrant Street to Gardnerville - Smith's, 1341 US 395bus 395 Route North / ...
5h 33m
$33–49
Drive 183.4 mi
1. Drive from Yosemite Valley to Carson Citycar 183.4 mi
4h 18m
$34–49

Yosemite Valley to Carson City by bus and foot

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8h 5mAverage Duration

$56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 240.9 mi
Duration: 8h 5m

What companies run services between Yosemite Valley, CA, USA and Carson City, NV, USA?

You can take a bus from Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage to Stewart St. between 2nd and 3rd St- NB via Mammoth Lakes Park & Ride, Tavern Rd / Old Mammoth Rd, Gardnerville - Smith's, 1341 US 395, and Douglas County Community/Senior Center in around 8h 5m.

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