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

The cheapest way to get from Yosemite Valley to San Jose is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Yosemite Valley to San Jose is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Yosemite Valley and San Jose?

No, there is no direct bus from Yosemite Valley to San Jose. However, there are services departing from Yosemite Village and arriving at San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant via Merced Transpo and Los Baños. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

How far is it from Yosemite Valley to San Jose?

The distance between Yosemite Valley and San Jose is 219 miles. The road distance is 177.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Yosemite Valley to San Jose without a car is to bus which takes 8h 27m and costs $35 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Yosemite Valley to San Jose, including transfers.

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

Yosemite Valley to San Jose bus services, operated by Yosemite Area Regional Transportation, depart from Yosemite Village station.

Where does the Yosemite Valley to San Jose bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Yosemite Valley to San Jose?

Yes, the driving distance between Yosemite Valley to San Jose is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Yosemite Valley to San Jose.

Where can I stay near San Jose?

There are 442+ hotels available in San Jose.

Yosemite Valley to San Jose - 4 ways to travel via car, bus, Caltrain

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

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Drive, bus, Caltrain
best
1. Drive from Yosemite Valley to Madera, CAcar
2. Take the bus from Madera, CA to Gilroybus
3. Take the train from Gilroy Caltrain Northbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northboundtrain
5h 57m
$59–93
Drive 176.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Yosemite Valley to San Josecar 176.1 mi
3h 59m
$33–47
Bus, fly, Caltrain
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
3. Take the train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southboundtrain
6h 56m
$314–500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Yosemite 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
8h 27m
$36–52

Yosemite Valley to San Jose by bus and foot

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8h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 217.6 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

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

You can take a bus from Yosemite Village to San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant via Merced Transpo, Pacheco @ Target, and Los Baños in around 8h 27m.

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