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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from San Diego to Riverside

Composite routes from San Diego to Riverside

Cheapest
1 h 42 min
Car
157 km.
from $8
Other
3 h 56 min
138 km.
from $62.67
4 h 13 min
138 km.
from $21.17

Transport providers

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from San Diego to Santa
Ave. Duration:
1h 58m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$14.03–$89.30

Metrolink Trains

Phone:
(800) 371-LINK (5465)
Website:
metrolinktrains.com
Train from Santa Ana station to Riverside-Downtown
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$9.57–$12.12
Train from Oceanside station to Riverside-Downtown
Ave. Duration:
2h 11m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.58–$20.41

North County Transit

Phone:
+1 760-966-6500
Website:
gonctd.com
Train from San Diego - Santa Fe Depot to Oceanside
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.81–$11.48

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from San Diego to Riverside
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.12–$54.85

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from San Diego to Riverside?

The cheapest way to get from San Diego to Riverside is to train via Oceanside which costs $16.30 - $27.17 and takes 4h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Diego to Riverside?

The fastest way to get from San Diego to Riverside is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs $17.39 - $26.09 .

Is there a direct train between San Diego and Riverside?

No, there is no direct train from San Diego to Riverside station. However, there are services departing from San Diego and arriving at Riverside-Downtown station via Santa Ana station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from San Diego to Riverside?

The distance between San Diego and Riverside is 211 km. The road distance is 158 km.

How do I travel from San Diego to Riverside without a car?

The best way to get from San Diego to Riverside without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs $19.57 - $86.96 .

How long does it take to get from San Diego to Riverside?

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from San Diego to Riverside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Diego to Riverside train from?

San Diego to Riverside train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego station.

Train or bus from San Diego to Riverside?

The best way to get from San Diego to Riverside is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs $19.57 - $86.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $10.87 - $47.83 and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the San Diego to Riverside train arrive?

San Diego to Riverside train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Ana station.

Can I drive from San Diego to Riverside?

Yes, the driving distance between San Diego to Riverside is 158 km. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from San Diego to Riverside.

How do I get a train ticket from San Diego to Riverside?

Book your San Diego to Riverside train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Riverside?

There are 206+ hotels available in Riverside. Prices start at $68.27 per night.
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