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How to get to Riverside by bus
- Routes
- 24
- Trips per day
- 135
- bus lines
- 3
- 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.
Station Information
Popular bus stations in Riverside:
- Riverside University Ave
- Riverside East Alessandro Blvd
- UC Parking Lot 30 - 900 Martin Luther King BLVD
- Downtown Metrolink Station - 4066 Vine St
What bus companies travel to Riverside, CA?
Located in California, Riverside is accessible by bus from 24 other cities. You can choose from 135 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas Shuttles | 17 | 2 hr, 3 min | $60.06 |
| FlixBus US | 16 | 3 hr, 50 min | $35.61 |
| Amtrak Thruway | 9 | 4 hr, 41 min | $42.96 |
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 FlixBus US, giving it a 5 rating out of 5.
Frequently Asked Questions
$6.98 is the cheapest price for a bus ticket to Riverside, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on buses from your city to Riverside. In the last month, the lowest average price on a route to Riverside was $8.58.
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The most popular bus stations in Riverside are Riverside University Ave, Riverside East Alessandro Blvd, and UC Parking Lot 30 - 900 Martin Luther King BLVD. Riverside University Ave is the busiest, with the most bus arrivals.
The closest airport to Riverside is Flabob Airport (RIR), located 2.7 miles from the city center of Riverside.
Riverside ranks number 10 among the most popular bus destinations in California. Riverside ranks number 193 among bus destinations in the country. Riverside ranks number 33 in California by the number of places connected to it by bus. There are 129 direct bus schedules arriving in Riverside each day.
The population of Riverside is 322,424. It ranks number 12 by population in California. It ranks number 57 by population in the country.
A short bus trip to Riverside, under 60 miles, can cost as little as $6.98. A 60 to 200 mile bus trip to Riverside starts at $17.98. A longer trip by bus to Riverside can be as cheap as $30.98. Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as $30.98.
People who take the bus to Riverside are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent schedules, the ability to book and hop on a bus last minute make taking a bus to Riverside easy whether you’re planning a trip far in advance or need some quality time with loved ones at the last minute.
The closest bus station to the city center of Riverside is Downtown Metrolink Station - 4066 Vine St, located just 2.2 miles away. Select Downtown Metrolink Station - 4066 Vine St as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Riverside. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| San Diego | 2 hr, 20 min | $44.82 |
| Las Vegas | 4 hr, 44 min | $67.61 |
| Bakersfield | 4 hr, 6 min | $33.17 |
| Los Angeles | 1 hr, 34 min | $16.72 |
| Fresno | 8 hr, 7 min | $73.37 |
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