How far is it from Modesto to Mono Lake?

The distance between Modesto and Mono Lake is 159 miles.

How do I travel from Modesto to Mono Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Modesto to Mono Lake without a car is to bus and travel which takes 6h 17m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Modesto to Mono Lake?

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Modesto to Mono Lake, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Mono Lake?

There are four+ hotels available in Mono Lake.

Modesto to Mono Lake - 2 ways to travel via bus

There are 2 ways to get from Modesto to Mono Lake by bus or unknown

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1. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Merced Bus Stop
2. Take the bus from Merced Transpo to Curry Village
3. Walk from Curry Village to Mono Lake
6h 17m
Bus, travel via Tioga Mobile Gas Mart
1. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Merced Bus Stop
2. Take the bus from Merced Transpo to Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage
3. Take the bus from Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage to Tioga Mobile Gas Mart
4. Walk from Tioga Mobile Gas Mart to Mono Lake
8h 56m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 157.6 mi
Duration: 6h 17m

What companies run services between Modesto, CA, USA and Mono Lake, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Modesto to Mono Lake. However, you can take the bus to Merced Bus Stop, take the bus to Curry Village, then travel to Mono Lake. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Mono Lake via Merced Transpo, Yosemite Valley Lodge/Laurel Cottage, and Tioga Mobile Gas Mart in around 8h 56m.

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How to get fromModesto to Mono Lakeby bus or unknown

There are 2 ways to get from Modesto to Mono Lake by bus or unknown

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