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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Houston Bus Station | UC Riverside | CheapestFastest | |||||
 | Amtrak Station | Riverside Station | No tags | |||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Houston Bus Station | UC Riverside | No tags | |||||
FlixBus + Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Downtown Gray & Smith | UC Riverside | No tags | |||||
| Amtrak Station | Riverside Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Houston to Riverside
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Riverside. The journey takes about 2 days, 1 hour 41 minutes, and with fares starting at just $313, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Houston and Riverside?
Stops in Houston
- A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA - B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002 - C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA - D7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
- E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA - F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA
Stops in Riverside
- A
Riverside Bus Station
3911-3956 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, CA 92501, USA - B
Commerce St
3767-3791 Commerce St, Riverside, CA 92507, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, US to Riverside, CA by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Houston to Riverside?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Riverside start from $240. The average price for this route is around $399. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Houston to Riverside?
The average bus travel time from Houston to Riverside is 1d 20h, covering a distance of 2129 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 15h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Riverside route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound, Valley Transit.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Houston to Riverside?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Riverside at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 7:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Riverside?
A bus trip from Houston to Riverside generates an estimated 53 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Houston to Riverside?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Riverside?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Houston to Riverside?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Houston to Riverside?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Riverside, CA was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $649To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Houston, US to Riverside, CA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $649 to $2,445 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Riverside, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $649 which is on 2025-12-04.
