What is the cheapest way to get from Yosemite Valley to Oakland?

The cheapest way to get from Yosemite Valley to Oakland is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Yosemite Valley to Oakland?

The fastest way to get from Yosemite Valley to Oakland is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Yosemite Valley and Oakland?

No, there is no direct bus from Yosemite Valley to Oakland station. However, there are services departing from Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage and arriving at BART Dublin Station via Merced and Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 59m.

How far is it from Yosemite Valley to Oakland?

The distance between Yosemite Valley and Oakland is 202 miles. The road distance is 178.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Yosemite Valley to Oakland without a car is to bus which takes 7h 59m and costs $35 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Yosemite Valley to Oakland?

It takes approximately 7h 59m to get from Yosemite Valley to Oakland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Yosemite Valley to Oakland bus from?

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

Where does the Yosemite Valley to Oakland bus arrive?

Yosemite Valley to Oakland bus services, operated by Yosemite Area Regional Transportation, arrive at Merced Transpo station.

Can I drive from Yosemite Valley to Oakland?

Yes, the driving distance between Yosemite Valley to Oakland is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Yosemite Valley to Oakland.

Where can I stay near Oakland?

There are 802+ hotels available in Oakland.

Yosemite Valley to Oakland - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, plane, and BART

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There are 5 ways to get from Yosemite Valley to Oakland by bus (Greyhound), car, bus, plane, or subway

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best
1. Take the bus from Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage to Merced Transpobus
2. Take the bus from Merced to Modestobus 1
3. Take the bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to BART Dublin Stationbus 90
7h 59m
$38–46
Drive 177.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Yosemite Valley to Oaklandcar 177.7 mi
3h 52m
$33–47
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage to Fresno Yosemite International Airportbus
2. Fly from Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane FAT - SFO
6h 22m
$150–493
Bus via Turlock
1. Take the bus from Curry Village to Merced Transpobus
2. Take the bus from Transpo to Roger K. Fall Transit Centerbus T
3. Take the bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to BART Dublin Stationbus 90
9h 52m
$39–49
Bus, BART
1. Take the bus from Curry Village 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 subway from Milpitas to 12th Street / Oakland City Centersubway
10h 24m
$45–67

Yosemite Valley to Oakland by bus and subway

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7h 59mAverage Duration

$38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 200.6 mi
Duration: 7h 59m

What companies run services between Yosemite Valley, CA, USA and Oakland, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage to Lake Merritt via Merced, Modesto, Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi, BART Dublin Station, and Dublin / Pleasanton in around 7h 59m.

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