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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus) | UC Riverside | Cheapest | |||||
 | San Diego University Avenue | Riverside East Alessandro Boulevard | Fastest | |||||
| UCSD Health La Jolla Station | UC Riverside | No tags | |||||
 | Santa Fe Depot | Riverside Station | No tags | |||||
| San Diego University Avenue | Riverside University Avenue | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Riverside
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.
Where are the popular stops in San Diego and Riverside?
Stops in San Diego
- A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA - B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA - C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, 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 San Diego to Riverside?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Riverside start from $30. The average price for this route is around $78. 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 San Diego to Riverside?
The average bus travel time from San Diego to Riverside is 1h 48m, covering a distance of 136 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 41m and is operated by Las Vegas Shuttles.
Which bus companies service the San Diego to Riverside route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Las Vegas Shuttles, FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Diego to Riverside?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Riverside at 7:35am. And the latest bus departs at 5:12pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Riverside?
A bus trip from San Diego to Riverside generates an estimated 3 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 San Diego 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 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego, CA, US to Riverside, CA was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $20To 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 $20 to $373 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 $20 which is on 2026-01-13.
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.
