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How to Travel from

Mammoth Lakes to Santa Cruz

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Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Bishop Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.57–$370.41
Plane from Reno International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.91–$766.36
Plane from Fresno Air Terminal Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$268.23–$472.59

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Reno International Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.73–$421.50
Plane from Reno International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$114.95–$395.95

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to San
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.94–$11.50

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Reno to Roseville
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.16–$102.18
Train from Roseville Amtrak to San
Ave. Duration:
3h 38m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.71–$108.57
Bus from Diridon Station to Front
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Bus from Stockton to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Coliseum to Berryessa
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.39–$8.94
Train from West Oakland to Berryessa
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$7.02–$10.22

Bus operators

North Lake Tahoe Express

Phone:
+1 866.216.5222
Website:
northlaketahoeexpress.com/
Bus from Reno Tahoe International Airport to Northstar
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$173.21

Tahoe Ski Trips

Phone:
+1 925-382-8320
Website:
tahoeskitrips.net
Bus from Tahoe Mountain Resort - Northstar to San
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$109.70

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Merced Bus Stop to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.58–$102.18

CBX Cross Border Express

Website:
crossborderxpress.com/en/
Bus from Merced to Stockton
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.27–$35.76

Santa Cruz Metro

Phone:
+1 (831) 425-8600
Website:
scmtd.com/en/
Bus from Diridon Station to Front
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$8.30
Bus from Diridon Station to Water
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$8.30

Eastern Sierra Transit Authority

Phone:
+1 760-872-1901
Website:
estransit.com/
Bus from Stop 27A - Sierra Park Rd / Hwy 203 to Bishop
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$7.66–$28.10
Bus from Stop 27A - Sierra Park Rd / Hwy 203 to Reno-Tahoe
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$25.55–$47.26
Bus from Stop 27A - Sierra Park Rd / Hwy 203 to Centennial
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$25.55–$47.26
Bus from Stop 108 - Park to Ride
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$25.55–$47.26

Yosemite Area Regional Transportation

Phone:
+1 877-989-2787
Website:
yarts.com
Bus from Shilo Inn to Curry
Ave. Duration:
3h 8m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$22.99–$34.49
Bus from Curry Village to Fresno
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.44–$30.65
Bus from Mammoth Lakes Park & Ride to Curry
Ave. Duration:
3h 11m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$22.99–$34.49
Bus from Curry Village to Merced
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.60–$26.82

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Mammoth Lakes to Santa Cruz is to drive which costs $48.91 - $76.09 and takes 5h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mammoth Lakes to Santa Cruz is to drive which takes 5h 55m and costs $48.91 - $76.09 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Mammoth Lakes to Santa Cruz. However, there are services departing from Mammoth Lakes Park & Ride and arriving at Water & Ocean via Curry Village, Merced, Stockton and Diridon Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 15m.

How far is it from Mammoth Lakes to Santa Cruz?

The distance between Mammoth Lakes and Santa Cruz is 543 km. The road distance is 446.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Mammoth Lakes to Santa Cruz without a car is to bus via Reno Airport (RNO) which takes 12h 34m and costs $260.87 - $293.48 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 48m to get from Mammoth Lakes to Santa Cruz, including transfers.

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

Mammoth Lakes to Santa Cruz bus services, operated by Yosemite Area Regional Transportation, depart from Mammoth Lakes Park & Ride station.

Where does the Mammoth Lakes to Santa Cruz bus arrive?

Mammoth Lakes to Santa Cruz bus services, operated by Yosemite Area Regional Transportation, arrive at Curry Village station.

Can I drive from Mammoth Lakes to Santa Cruz?

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

Where can I stay near Santa Cruz?

There are 117+ hotels available in Santa Cruz. Prices start at $70.99 per night.
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