Bus Tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Riverside, CA

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Next departures for San Diego to Riverside on November 21
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
UC RiversideCheapest
Las Vegas ShuttlesBus
    		San Diego University Avenue
    		Riverside East Alessandro BoulevardFastest
    FlixBusBus
    		UCSD Health La Jolla Station
    		UC RiversideNo tags
    Las Vegas ShuttlesBus
      		San Diego University Avenue
      		Riverside University AvenueNo tags
      Las Vegas ShuttlesBus
        		San Diego University Avenue
        		Riverside University AvenueNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:50 PM PST.

        Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego 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 48 minutes, and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        8bus per day
        1h 48mAverage Duration
        131 kmDistance
        3kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average Price$30 - $93Average Duration1h 48m
        3kg CO₂e
        Train
        		Average Price$68 - $80Average Duration4h 26m
        13kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Riverside, CA by bus

        1. What is the distance between San Diego and Riverside?

          The distance covered from San Diego to Riverside is 140 km (87 miles).

        2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from San Diego to Riverside?

          Buses traveling this route start their trip at Mission Valley Sheraton, in San Diego, and end it at Riverside Bus Station, in Riverside.

        Find cheapest prices for buses

        Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

        Best price found
        11-18
        $36
        11-19
        $72
        Today
        $72
        11-21
        $38
        11-22
        $48
        11-23
        $38
        11-24
        $31
        11-25
        $50
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Riverside, CA was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $31

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

        You can expect to pay from $31 to $73 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Riverside, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-11-24.

        Usually Las Vegas Shuttles will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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