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There are usually 5 daily train trips from Riverside to San Diego.
Coach | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price£31.52 | Avg. Price£25.55 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips12 | Daily Trips5 |
Duration | Duration2h 25m | Duration4h 30m |
There are 13 intercity coaches per day from Riverside to San Diego. Traveling by coach from Riverside to San Diego usually takes around 2 hours and 25 minutes, but the fastest Las Vegas Shuttles coach can make the trip in 2 hours and 4 minutes.
| Distance | 87 mi (139 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 4m |
| Cheapest price | £14.64 |
| Trips per day | 13 |
| Most frequent service | Las Vegas Shuttles |
| Coach lines | 2 |
Average score for coaches from Riverside to San Diego
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: The drive was smooth it was very easy to find my seats. Cons: everything was good but maybe adding new seats would be cool i didn’t have much leg space either. Tips: Be patient.
4.0
Pros: Everything was nice for the most part, it felt very safe and got me to my destination on time. Cons: The cleanliness of the bus could be improved. There was no trash on the floors or in the seats but the seats were very dirty. Tips: Arrive early.
Bus tickets for a trip from Riverside to San Diego cost £29.47 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
If you're planning to travel by bus from Riverside to San Diego in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £28 to £35. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 27 May 2025.
If you’re looking to travel to San Diego this week, bus tickets are available starting at £28.
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 16 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £1.83 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Riverside to San Diego that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Las Vegas Shuttles usually offers more choice, with 10 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 3 | 2h 41m | £20.42 |
| Las Vegas Shuttles | 10 | 2h 21m | £35.84 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 3 trips per day from Riverside to San Diego, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Book Las Vegas Shuttles from Riverside to San Diego from £29. There are 10 Las Vegas Shuttles schedules from Riverside to San Diego and you can expect on average to pay for a Las Vegas Shuttles ticket to San Diego. In Riverside, Las Vegas Shuttles departs to San Diego from Riverside East Alessandro Blvd and 1 other station. In San Diego, Las Vegas Shuttles arrives at San Ysidro Bus Terminal and 1 other station.
An average trip on Las Vegas Shuttles from Riverside to San Diego takes 2 hours and 21 minutes , while the fastest available Las Vegas Shuttles trip will get you to San Diego in 2 hours and 4 minutes .
On weekends, Las Vegas Shuttles offers 12 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to San Diego.
The coach takes an average of 2 hours and 25 minutes to cover the 87 miles from Riverside to San Diego. However, the fastest coach only takes 2 hours and 4 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Because many passengers travel from Riverside to San Diego at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for coaches. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go."
The first coach leaves at 01:00 and the last coach leaves at 15:00. To see the times for all coaches from Riverside to San Diego, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 13 scheduled coaches that travel from Riverside to San Diego every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Riverside to San Diego without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Riverside to San Diego; ticket prices start at £25.55.
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Riverside is the most populous city in the Inland Empire and the birthplace of the local citrus industry. One of the most popular buildings in the city is the Mission Inn, a historic landmark that is also the largest Mission Revival Style building in the country. The building is now a popular local hotel and spa, offering top-notch hospitality services. While nearby, don't forget to check out the Mission Inn Museum as well. If you are looking to enjoy a great panoramic view of the entire city, take a short hike to the top of Mount Rubidoux, and you will not be disappointed!
Riverside boasts a generally vibrant food scene with plenty of establishments to choose from. The Mission Inn itself offers incredible traditional Spanish dishes and a fabulous open-air patio dining spot. For seasonal produce and local dishes, check out Salted Pig!
Riverside is served by Amtrak trains and several bus companies that operate routes throughout Southern California and beyond. In addition, there are three major airports in Riverside's general area: Ontario International Airport, Los Angeles International Airport, and John Wayne Orange County Airport.
San Diego is known as "America's Finest City" for its sunny weather, white-sand beaches, and dazzling attractions from Belmont Park to SeaWorld. San Diego's 70 miles of pristine beaches include such gems as Mission Beach, Pacific Beach, La Jolla Cove, and Coronado Beach. The city's strong surfing culture may even inspire you to rent a surfboard and catch the epic waves, bro.
Visitors can spend days getting lost in Balboa Park, a 1,200-acre cultural hub which features 16 museums, immaculate gardens, and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. The historic heart of the city, Old Town, showcases San Diego's heritage and ties to Mexican culture, while other sights like the USS Midway pay tribute to the city's military and maritime history. Leave time for some evening exploring, too! San Diego is rated the #1 best city for craft beer in America, so don't miss out on the bars in the Gaslamp Quarter: 16 walkable blocks packed with nightlife and young crowds.
Two airports, as well as many bus and train options, mean it is easy to get to San Diego from afar or from nearby cities like Tijuana, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Las Vegas.
Coaches to San Diego leave from 3 stations in Riverside.
Riverside East Alessandro Blvd
Riverside University Ave
UC Parking Lot 30 - 900 Martin Luther King BLVD
Coaches arrive in San Diego at 5 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.
San Ysidro Bus Terminal
4055 University Ave
La Jolla - UC San Diego
San Ysidro Transit Center
2728 Congress St (Old Town SD)
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