What is the cheapest way to get from Merced to Mammoth Lakes?

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Mammoth Lakes is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 4h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merced to Mammoth Lakes?

The fastest way to get from Merced to Mammoth Lakes is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Mammoth Lakes?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Mammoth Lakes. However, there are services departing from Merced Amtrak and arriving at Mammoth Lakes Park & Ride via Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

How far is it from Merced to Mammoth Lakes?

The distance between Merced and Mammoth Lakes is 192 miles. The road distance is 166.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merced to Mammoth Lakes without a car is to bus which takes 7h 27m and costs $59.

How long does it take to get from Merced to Mammoth Lakes?

It takes approximately 7h 27m to get from Merced to Mammoth Lakes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Mammoth Lakes bus from?

Merced to Mammoth Lakes bus services, operated by Yosemite Area Regional Transportation, depart from Merced Amtrak station.

Where does the Merced to Mammoth Lakes bus arrive?

Merced to Mammoth Lakes bus services, operated by Yosemite Area Regional Transportation, arrive at Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage station.

Can I drive from Merced to Mammoth Lakes?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Mammoth Lakes is 167 miles. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Merced to Mammoth Lakes.

Where can I stay near Mammoth Lakes?

There are 1031+ hotels available in Mammoth Lakes.

Merced to Mammoth Lakes - 2 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Merced to Mammoth Lakes by bus or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Merced Amtrak to Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel CottageMerced HWY 140
2. Take the bus from Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage to Mammoth Lakes Park & RideMammoth Lakes HWY 120E/395
7h 27m
$58
Drive 166 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merced to Mammoth Lakes166 mi
4h 8m
$31–44

Merced to Mammoth Lakes by bus

14Weekly Buses

7h 27mAverage Duration

$58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 191 mi
Duration: 7h 27m

What companies run services between Merced, CA, USA and Mammoth Lakes, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Merced Amtrak to Mammoth Lakes Park & Ride via Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage in around 7h 27m.

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