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How to get to Riverside by bus
| Routes | 36 |
| Trips per day | 141 |
| bus lines | 4 |
| Stations | 4 |
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About Riverside
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.
What bus companies travel to Riverside, California?
Located in California, Riverside is accessible by bus from 36 other cities. You can choose from 141 daily scheduled trips when you search for buses to Riverside on Wanderu. Las Vegas Shuttles usually has the most buses on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Train tickets to Riverside are also available.
Bus companies serving Riverside
| Bus | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 206 | 20h 58m | $99.41 |
| FlixBus US | 151 | 14h 41m | $84.79 |
| Las Vegas Shuttles | 17 | 1h 55m | $50.72 |
| Amtrak Thruway | 6 | 4h 28m | $37.30 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound buses are outfitted with power outlets, free WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning for your comfort.
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.
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities.
Which bus carrier has the best service to Riverside?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Riverside by bus with Windstar Lines giving them a 4.8 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Windstar Lines had the most comfortable bus service to Riverside taking into account the seats and amenities that Windstar Lines offers. They rate Windstar Lines a 5 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Riverside punctually, travelers suggest that Windstar Lines has the best on time performance on their bus schedules to Riverside, rating them a 5 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The busiest bus station in Riverside is UC Parking Lot 30 - 900 Martin Luther King BLVD. There are several other active stations in addition to this main station. The most popular bus stations in Riverside are:
- UC Parking Lot 30 - 900 Martin Luther King BLVD
- Riverside East Alessandro Blvd
- Riverside University Ave
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| San Diego | 1h 44m | $37.87 |
| Las Vegas | 6h 34m | $57.64 |
| Los Angeles | 2h 2m | $21.60 |
| Bakersfield | 4h 8m | $35.30 |
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