How much is the bus ticket from Palm Springs to Riverside?

The cheapest bus tickets from Palm Springs to Riverside start from $27. The average price for this route is around $34. 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 Palm Springs to Riverside?

The average bus travel time from Palm Springs to Riverside is 1h 45m, covering a distance of 74 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 10m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Palm Springs to Riverside route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Palm Springs to Riverside?

The earliest bus departs from Palm Springs to Riverside at 11:20am. And the latest bus departs at 1:15pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Palm Springs to Riverside?

A bus trip from Palm Springs to Riverside generates an estimated 2 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 Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs 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.

Bus Palm Springs to Riverside from $25 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Palm Springs to Riverside on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:55pm	Palm Springs	1h 10m	3:05pm	UC Riverside	No tags
Bus	10:55am	Palm Springs	1h 10m	12:05pm	UC Riverside	No tags
Bus	12:45pm	Palm Springs North	2h	2:45pm	UC Riverside	No tags
Bus	10:55am	Palm Springs	1h 10m	12:05pm	UC Riverside	No tags
Bus	12:45pm	Palm Springs North	2h	2:45pm	UC Riverside	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Palm Springs to Riverside

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Riverside. The journey takes about 1 hour 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1h 45mAverage Duration

74 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$27 - $71	Average Duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$66 - $82	Average Duration16h 34m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Palm Springs and Riverside?

Stops in Palm Springs

A
Palm Springs Airport
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B
Garnet Ave
360 Garnet Ave, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240, USA
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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

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,611 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,470 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs to Riverside?
The cheapest bus tickets from Palm Springs to Riverside start from $27. The average price for this route is around $34. 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 Palm Springs to Riverside?
The average bus travel time from Palm Springs to Riverside is 1h 45m, covering a distance of 74 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Palm Springs to Riverside route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Palm Springs to Riverside?
The earliest bus departs from Palm Springs to Riverside at 11:20am. And the latest bus departs at 1:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Palm Springs to Riverside?
A bus trip from Palm Springs to Riverside generates an estimated 2 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 Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs 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.

Best price found

11-26

$36

11-27

$32

Today

$28

11-29

No data

11-30

$32

12-01

$32

12-02

$25

12-03

No data

The cheapest trip from Palm Springs to Riverside, CA was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $25

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Palm Springs to Riverside, CA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $25 to $309 for a bus ticket from Palm Springs to Riverside, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2025-12-02.