For those who would rather not hassle with the mountain roads, the crowds and the parking, there is always the bus.  Yosemite Area Rapid Transit (YARTS) runs from Merced to Yosemite with stops in between.  So, want a truly relaxing vacation this year?  Then leave the driving to YARTS. 

Departure Times:	TICKET AGENTS
INBOUND TO YOSEMITE FROM MERCED
OUTBOUND FROM YOSEMITE TO MERCED

CALCULATE BUS FARE1
NUMBER OF ADULTS:	012345678910
NUMBER OF SENIORS: (Aged 62 or older)	012345678910
NUMBER OF CHILDREN: (Aged 16 and younger)	012345678910	With each paid adult fare, one child 16 and younger rides free
Departing from: MercedCatheys ValleyMariposaMidpinesEl PortalYosemite	Arriving at: YosemiteEl PortalMidpinesMariposaCatheys ValleyMerced
TOTAL:   $

¹Fares quoted here are round trip in U.S. Dollars except for the Mariposa-Midpines route which is one way.
**One way route paid directly to bus driver

(Please note that since fares change at the discretion of YARTS this is only an estimate of the fees you may pay.  Always check directly with YARTS or one of its ticket agents for actual fees.)