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Ten ways to Travel from Santa Monica to Yosemite Valley

Composite routes from Santa Monica to Yosemite Valley

Cheapest
5 h 45 min
Car
501 km.
from $27
Other
10 h 2 min
Bus, Train
424 km.
from $84.96
7 h 51 min
Bus, Plane
425 km.
from $194.25
11 h 8 min
424 km.
from $130.61
11 h 37 min
424 km.
from $109.63
12 h
Bus, Train
424 km.
from $5.43
12 h 12 min
424 km.
from $628.04
7 h 33 min
Bus, Plane
425 km.
from $197.55
6 h 15 min
Bus, Plane
425 km.
from $201.90

Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Fresno
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.87–$459.25

Advanced Air, LLC

Website:
advancedaircharters.com/
Plane from Hawthorne to Merced
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.33–$318.92
Plane from Hawthorne to Mammoth
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$140.33–$318.92

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Bakersfield to Madera
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$19.14–$102.05
Train from Bakersfield to Fresno
Ave. Duration:
1h 56m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.58–$95.68
Bus from Santa Monica Pier to Bakersfield
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Twice daily

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Los Angeles to Bakersfield
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.65–$95.68

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Los Angeles to Bakersfield
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.12–$54.85

CBX Cross Border Express

Email:
Website:
crossborderxpress.com/en/
Bus from Los Angeles to Merced
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.85–$82.92

Tufesa

Phone:
+1 833 766 3553
Email:
Website:
tufesainternacional.com
Bus from Los Angeles - Pacoima to Bakersfield,
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$31.89–$58.68
Bus from Bakersfield, CA to Merced
Ave. Duration:
2h 19m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$44.65–$76.54

Yosemite Area Regional Transportation

Phone:
+1 877-989-2787
Website:
yarts.com
Bus from Fresno Yosemite International Airport to Curry
Ave. Duration:
3h 47m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.14–$30.62
Bus from Merced Transpo to Curry
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.58–$25.51
Bus from Amtrak/Greyhound Station to Curry
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.41–$31.89
Bus from Mammoth Mountain Inn to Curry
Ave. Duration:
3h 31m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$24.24–$35.72
Bus from Merced Airport to Yosemite
Ave. Duration:
2h 56m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.86–$26.79

CCSC Recreation & Social Club

Email:
Website:
ccscsports.org
Bus from Skirball Park & Ride to Mammoth
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$460.15

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Yosemite Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Yosemite Valley is to drive which costs $54.35 - $81.52 and takes 5h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Yosemite Valley?

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Yosemite Valley is to drive which takes 5h 44m and costs $54.35 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Monica and Yosemite Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Monica to Yosemite Valley. However, there are services departing from Wilshire / 14th and arriving at Curry Village via Westwood / Le Conte, Los Angeles - Pacoima, Bakersfield, CA and Merced Transpo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 8m.

How far is it from Santa Monica to Yosemite Valley?

The distance between Santa Monica and Yosemite Valley is 571 km. The road distance is 499.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Santa Monica to Yosemite Valley without a car is to bus via Bakersfield which takes 11h 8m and costs $81.52 - $141.30 .

How long does it take to get from Santa Monica to Yosemite Valley?

It takes approximately 10h 2m to get from Santa Monica to Yosemite Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Monica to Yosemite Valley bus from?

Santa Monica to Yosemite Valley bus services, operated by Tufesa, depart from Los Angeles - Pacoima station.

Where does the Santa Monica to Yosemite Valley bus arrive?

Santa Monica to Yosemite Valley bus services, operated by Tufesa, arrive at Bakersfield, CA station.

Can I drive from Santa Monica to Yosemite Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica to Yosemite Valley is 500 km. It takes approximately 5h 44m to drive from Santa Monica to Yosemite Valley.

Where can I stay near Yosemite Valley?

There are 311+ hotels available in Yosemite Valley. Prices start at $133.63 per night.
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