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How to get to Riverside by train
- Routes
- 19
- Trips per day
- 26
- train lines
- 2
- Stations
- 1
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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
On June 14, 1993, the Riverside station on Vine Street opened as a transportation facility. It comprises a platform with modest shelters to shield visitors from the sun and adverse weather. On April 29, 2002, the station was added as a stop on the Southwest Chief route, putting an end to Amtrak trains just passing through Riverside without making a scheduled stop. In addition to Amtrak, the station now primarily operates as a Metrolink commuter rail and transit bus terminal.
Popular train stations in Riverside:
- Downtown Metrolink Station - 4066 Vine St
What train companies travel to Riverside, CA?
Located in California, Riverside is accessible by train from 19 other cities. You can choose from 26 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Riverside on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Riverside are also available.
Train companies serving Riverside
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 161 | 6 hr, 45 min | CZK 1,008.67 |
| Amtrak Southwest Chief | 19 | 3 hr, 56 min | CZK 728.36 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
The Southwest Chief is a passenger train operated by America’s largest train service, Amtrak. The full route travels over 2,200 miles from Chicago to Los Angeles, which takes over 43 hours. In addition to standard Coach Class seats, the Southwest Chief offers several sleeper cabin options on longer journeys. Amtrak’s Southwest Chief is consistently ranked as one of the most scenic train routes in America, thanks to the stunning views of the Painted Desert, the Red Cliffs of Sedona, and the Grand Canyon you’ll see from your train window.
Which train carrier has the best service to Riverside?
Based on customers’ travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Riverside by train with Amtrak Southwest Chief, giving it a 5 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak Southwest Chief had the most comfortable train service to Riverside, taking into account the seats and amenities it offers. They rate Amtrak Southwest Chief at 4.7 out of 5 when it comes to how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive in Riverside punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak has the best on-time performance on its train schedules to Riverside, rating it 4.2 out of 5 for on-time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
CZK 64.94 is the cheapest price for a train ticket to Riverside, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on trains from your city to Riverside. In the last month, the lowest average price on a route to Riverside was CZK 64.94.
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CZK 64.94
The main train station in Riverside is Downtown Metrolink Station - 4066 Vine St. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Riverside.
The closest airport to Riverside is Flabob Airport (RIR), located 2.7 miles from the city center of Riverside.
Riverside ranks number 30 among the most popular train destinations in California. Riverside ranks number 127 among train destinations in the country. Riverside ranks number 35 in California by the number of places connected to it by train. There are 19 direct train schedules arriving in Riverside each day.
The population of Riverside is 322,424. It ranks number 10 by population in California. It ranks number 42 by population in the country.
A short train trip to Riverside, under 60 miles, can cost as little as CZK 64.94. A 60 to 200 mile train trip to Riverside starts at CZK 627.71. A longer trip by train to Riverside can be as cheap as CZK 1,168.85. Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as CZK 1,168.85.
People who take the train to Riverside are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent schedules, the ability to book and hop on a train last minute make taking a train 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 train 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sacramento | 11 hr, 21 min | CZK 1,919.07 |
| San Jose | 12 hr, 52 min | CZK 2,739.43 |
| Fresno | 7 hr, 37 min | CZK 1,137.46 |
| Hanford | 6 hr, 55 min | CZK 1,016.03 |
| Los Angeles | 3 hr, 16 min | CZK 520.79 |
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