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How to Travel from

Santa Cruz to Mammoth Lakes

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Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Bishop
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.33–$484.76
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Reno
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.62–$637.84

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Reno
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$127.57–$510.27

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.29–$10.84

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from San Jose to Sacramento
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$19.14–$95.68
Train from Sacramento to Truckee
Ave. Duration:
3h 38m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.58–$95.68
Bus from Front to Diridon
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Bus from San Jose to Stockton
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Berryessa / North San Jose to West
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$7.02–$9.57

Bus operators

North Lake Tahoe Express

Phone:
+1 866.216.5222
Website:
northlaketahoeexpress.com/
Bus from Northstar Village Gate # 7 to Reno
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$167.64
Bus from Truckee Depot - Arrive to Reno
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$167.64

Tahoe Ski Trips

Phone:
+1 925-382-8320
Website:
tahoeskitrips.net
Bus from San Jose Park to Ride
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$106.18

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Oakland to Merced
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.57–$102.05

CBX Cross Border Express

Website:
crossborderxpress.com/en/
Bus from Stockton to Merced
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.24–$34.44

Santa Cruz Metro

Phone:
+1 (831) 425-8600
Website:
scmtd.com/en/
Bus from Front to Diridon
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.17–$8.29
Bus from Ocean & Water to Diridon
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.17–$8.29

Eastern Sierra Transit Authority

Phone:
+1 760-872-1901
Website:
estransit.com/
Bus from Reno-Tahoe International Airport to Stop
Ave. Duration:
3h 24m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$24.24–$45.92

Yosemite Area Regional Transportation

Phone:
+1 877-989-2787
Website:
yarts.com
Bus from Merced Transpo to Curry
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.58–$25.51
Bus from Curry Village to Mammoth
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.69–$33.17

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Cruz to Mammoth Lakes?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Cruz to Mammoth Lakes is to drive which costs $47.83 - $70.65 and takes 5h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Cruz to Mammoth Lakes?

The fastest way to get from Santa Cruz to Mammoth Lakes is to bus and Caltrain and fly and taxi which takes 5h 32m and costs $239.13 - $597.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Cruz and Mammoth Lakes?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Cruz to Mammoth Lakes. However, there are services departing from Ocean & Water and arriving at Mammoth Lakes Park & Ride via San Jose, Stockton, Merced Transpo and Curry Village. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 56m.

How far is it from Santa Cruz to Mammoth Lakes?

The distance between Santa Cruz and Mammoth Lakes is 538 km. The road distance is 447.4 km.

How do I travel from Santa Cruz to Mammoth Lakes without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Cruz to Mammoth Lakes without a car is to bus via Reno Airport (RNO) which takes 13h 21m and costs $250 - $282.61 .

How long does it take to get from Santa Cruz to Mammoth Lakes?

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Santa Cruz to Mammoth Lakes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Cruz to Mammoth Lakes bus from?

Santa Cruz to Mammoth Lakes bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, depart from Ocean & Water station.

Where does the Santa Cruz to Mammoth Lakes bus arrive?

Santa Cruz to Mammoth Lakes bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, arrive at Diridon Station.

Can I drive from Santa Cruz to Mammoth Lakes?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Cruz to Mammoth Lakes is 447 km. It takes approximately 5h 55m to drive from Santa Cruz to Mammoth Lakes.

Where can I stay near Mammoth Lakes?

There are 876+ hotels available in Mammoth Lakes. Prices start at $95.21 per night.
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