Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System - YARTS

Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System - YARTS Skip the traffic and parking—ride with us and enjoy the journey. We like to say, "You Could Drive, But Why?", but it is so much more than just that.

YARTS (Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System) provides safe, reliable, and convenient public transit to Yosemite National Park and surrounding communities. Since its start in May 2000, the Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System(YARTS) has been providing visitors to the Yosemite region with a comfortable, economical, and convenient alternative to driving. YARTS provides regularly sched

uled public transit service into Yosemite National Park and the gateway communities along its routes in buses that are air-conditioned and equipped for rider comfort. Get out from behind the wheel and you will see Yosemite in a whole new way. YARTS operates year round on Highway 140 through Mariposa with multiple runs each day. There is also daily service from Mammoth Lakes and Mono County during the summer (typically June through September), when Tioga Pass Road is open. The YARTS schedule makes connections with all intercity transportation providers in Merced: Amtrak, Greyhound, and Great Lakes Airlines at the Merced Airport. In Mono County, YARTS allows connections with "The Crest" bus that runs between Reno, NV and Lancaster, CA on Highway 395.

The Mono County Local Transportation Commission is offering free YARTS tickets to all Mono County residents this summer!...
07/21/2026

The Mono County Local Transportation Commission is offering free YARTS tickets to all Mono County residents this summer!

How it works:

1. Apply online (fastest), or submit a paper application by email, mail, or in person.
2. Provide proof of Mono County residency.
3. Once your application is approved, you’ll receive a voucher number to use when booking your YARTS trip online.

For more information and the online form, visit: www.monocounty.ca.gov or contact Mono County Community Development at (760) 924-1802 or [email protected].

The public is welcome to join the meetings of the YARTS Authority Advisory Committee (AAC) and Governing Board this mont...
07/13/2026

The public is welcome to join the meetings of the YARTS Authority Advisory Committee (AAC) and Governing Board this month. The AAC meeting will be held in-person at the YARTS Administrative office and on Zoom on Wednesday, July 15th at 1:30pm. The Governing Board will be held in-person on Monday, July 27th at 10:00am at various locations.

For more information about locations, Zoom details, or topics scheduled for consideration, see the agenda packets in the Agenda Center here: https://www.mcagov.org/AgendaCenter

Agendas will be posted no later than 72 hours before the respective meetings take place.

In celebration and honor of the Independence Day holiday, the YARTS administration office will be closed today, Friday, ...
07/03/2026

In celebration and honor of the Independence Day holiday, the YARTS administration office will be closed today, Friday, July 3rd.

Service on all corridors will operate on the regular schedule all weekend long!

🚍🌄 Just one week to go! YARTS service along Highway 395 from Mammoth Lakes to Yosemite National Park returns soon! Start...
06/24/2026

🚍🌄 Just one week to go! YARTS service along Highway 395 from Mammoth Lakes to Yosemite National Park returns soon! Starting July 1st, you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the breathtaking beauty of the Eastern Sierras without the hassle of driving or parking.

From Mammoth Lakes through Lee Vining and June Lake, this route offers convenient access to Yosemite’s eastern entrance—all while giving you time to soak in the views. 🏞️✨

Plan your car-free adventure or backpacking trip today at www.yarts.com.

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Happy Juneteenth!The YARTS administrative office is closed today in honor of the Juneteenth holiday.We join our communit...
06/19/2026

Happy Juneteenth!

The YARTS administrative office is closed today in honor of the Juneteenth holiday.

We join our community in the recognition and celebration of this special day.

All routes will continue to operate on their regular service schedule.

🎓🏞️ FREE trip to Yosemite? Yes, please! YARTS is offering FREE round-trip vouchers to Yosemite National Park through our...
06/17/2026

🎓🏞️ FREE trip to Yosemite? Yes, please!

YARTS is offering FREE round-trip vouchers to Yosemite National Park through our LCTOP program for:
✔ Any enrolled college student, anywhere in the world
✔ Merced County residents
✔ Mariposa County residents

Skip the driving, enjoy the scenery, and experience Yosemite with YARTS. Vouchers are available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.

Apply today at yarts.com!

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This Memorial Day, YARTS remembers and honors the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.Wishing you and...
05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, YARTS remembers and honors the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

Wishing you and your loved ones a safe, reflective, and peaceful holiday.

The YARTS Administrative office will be closed today with regular hours resuming on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. Summer service will operate as scheduled.

☀️ Yosemite summer adventures officially start TODAY! 🌲🚌 Skip the traffic, forget the parking stress, and let YARTS do t...
05/22/2026

☀️ Yosemite summer adventures officially start TODAY! 🌲🚌

Skip the traffic, forget the parking stress, and let YARTS do the driving while you enjoy the views. 😎 From waterfalls to hiking trails, getting there should be part of the fun — not the frustration.

With Summer Service now rolling, routes from HWY 120 and HWY 41 are available for travel, with HWY 395 service joining the adventure in July! ☀️

Grab your friends, pack the snacks, and ride into Yosemite the easy way this summer.

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🎟️ Book your trip at https://www.yarts.com/

05/18/2026

It’s baaack! Yosemite seasonal summer service from FAT is back in just 7 days.

Don’t wait until your trip is already on the calendar and your seat is gone. Secure your ride now with Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System - YARTS and make this the easiest part of your Yosemite National Park getaway.

-Comfortable coach service
-Bag storage onboard
-Bathrooms onboard
-Discounted fares for children, seniors, veterans and ADA passengers

Tap in today, book your seat, and start planning your Yosemite trip now.

Follow the link on our https://flyfresno.com/ or go to https://www.yarts.com/.

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Did you know YARTS offers special programs with FREE and discounted fares to Yosemite National Park? 🌲🚌 From students an...
05/08/2026

Did you know YARTS offers special programs with FREE and discounted fares to Yosemite National Park? 🌲🚌

From students and nonprofit organizations to local residents and businesses, these programs make it easier and more affordable than ever to experience Yosemite this summer. 🚌✨

Skip the stress of driving, avoid long traffic lines and crowded parking lots, and let YARTS take you straight into the park while you sit back and enjoy the scenery along the way.

Whether you’re planning a solo adventure, group outing, or weekend getaway, there’s never been a better time to try YARTS and if you’ve never ridden with us before, this is the perfect opportunity to experience Yosemite the easy way.

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369 W 18th Street
Merced, CA
95340

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Monday 5am - 10pm
Tuesday 5am - 10pm
Wednesday 5am - 10pm
Thursday 5am - 10pm
Friday 5am - 10pm
Saturday 5am - 10pm
Sunday 5am - 10pm

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