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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Phoenix Bus Station | UC Riverside | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Phoenix Bus Station | UC Riverside | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Phoenix Bus Station | UC Riverside | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Phoenix Bus Station | UC Riverside | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Glendale (59th Ave / W. Hayward) | UC Riverside | No tags |
Get from Phoenix to Riverside
The journey takes about 10 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $86, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Phoenix and Riverside?
Stops in Phoenix
- A1614 N 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85009, USA
- B
Phoenix Greyhound Station
2115 E Buckeye Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85034, USA - C
Glendale Ave
2647 W Glendale Ave, Ste 17, Phoenix, Az, Glendale, AZ 85051 - D
44th St Stn
44th Street Transit Center 42009 E Washigton Street, 85034 - E
Desert Ridge
Mellow Mushroom, 5293-5343 E Deer Valley Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85054, 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 Phoenix, AZ 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 Phoenix to Riverside?
The cheapest bus tickets from Phoenix to Riverside start from $86. The average price for this route is around $141. 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 Phoenix to Riverside?
The average bus travel time from Phoenix to Riverside is 10h 45m, covering a distance of 494 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Phoenix to Riverside route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Phoenix to Riverside?
The earliest bus departs from Phoenix to Riverside at 2:25am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Phoenix to Riverside?
A bus trip from Phoenix to Riverside generates an estimated 12 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 Phoenix to Riverside?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Phoenix to Riverside?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Phoenix 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 Phoenix to Riverside?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 Phoenix, AZ to Riverside, CA was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $63To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Phoenix, AZ to Riverside, CA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $63 to $217 for a bus ticket from Phoenix, AZ to Riverside, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $63 which is on 2025-12-04.
