How much is the bus ticket from Los Angeles to Riverside?

The cheapest coach tickets from Los Angeles to Riverside start from £12. The average price for this route is around £18. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Los Angeles to Riverside?

The average bus journey time from Los Angeles to Riverside is 2h 35m, covering a distance of 52 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 5m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Riverside route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Los Angeles to Riverside?

The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Riverside at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 13:30.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Riverside?

A bus journey from Los Angeles to Riverside produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Los Angeles 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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to Riverside?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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.

Bus Los Angeles to Riverside from £7 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to Riverside on 4 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:50	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	1h 5m	12:55	UC Riverside	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:00	Los Angeles Union Station	2h 10m	12:10	UC Riverside	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:10	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	5h	12:10	UC Riverside	No tags
	Bus	13:30	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	1h 55m	15:25	UC Riverside	No tags
	Bus	10:50	Downey - Stonewood Centre	2h 5m	12:55	UC Riverside	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Riverside on 5 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	13:30	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	1h 55m	15:25	UC Riverside	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:00	Los Angeles Union Station	2h 10m	12:10	UC Riverside	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:10	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	5h	12:10	UC Riverside	No tags
	Bus	09:35	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2h 35m	12:10	UC Riverside	No tags
	Bus	09:30	USC (Hope/Jefferson)	2h 40m	12:10	UC Riverside	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Riverside on 6 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:50	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	1h 5m	12:55	UC Riverside	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:00	Los Angeles Union Station	2h 10m	12:10	UC Riverside	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:10	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	5h	12:10	UC Riverside	No tags
	Bus	13:30	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	1h 55m	15:25	UC Riverside	No tags
	Bus	10:50	Downey - Stonewood Centre	2h 5m	12:55	UC Riverside	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Riverside on 7 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00	Los Angeles Union Station	2h 10m	12:10	UC Riverside	Cheapest
	Bus	13:30	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	1h 55m	15:25	UC Riverside	Fastest
	Bus	09:35	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2h 35m	12:10	UC Riverside	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:10	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	5h	12:10	UC Riverside	No tags
	Bus	09:30	USC (Hope/Jefferson)	2h 40m	12:10	UC Riverside	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Riverside on 8 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:50	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	1h 5m	12:55	UC Riverside	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:00	Los Angeles Union Station	2h 10m	12:10	UC Riverside	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:10	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	5h	12:10	UC Riverside	No tags
	Bus	13:30	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	1h 55m	15:25	UC Riverside	No tags
	Bus	10:50	Downey - Stonewood Centre	2h 5m	12:55	UC Riverside	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Riverside on 9 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00	Los Angeles Union Station	2h 10m	12:10	UC Riverside	Cheapest
	Bus	13:30	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	1h 55m	15:25	UC Riverside	Fastest
	Bus	09:35	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2h 35m	12:10	UC Riverside	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:10	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	5h	12:10	UC Riverside	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Riverside on 10 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00	Los Angeles Union Station	2h 10m	12:10	UC Riverside	Cheapest
	Bus	13:30	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	1h 55m	15:25	UC Riverside	Fastest
	Bus	09:35	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2h 35m	12:10	UC Riverside	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:10	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	5h	12:10	UC Riverside	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Riverside on 11 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:50	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	1h 5m	12:55	UC Riverside	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:00	Los Angeles Union Station	2h 10m	12:10	UC Riverside	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:10	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	5h	12:10	UC Riverside	No tags
	Bus	13:30	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	1h 55m	15:25	UC Riverside	No tags
	Bus	10:50	Downey - Stonewood Centre	2h 5m	12:55	UC Riverside	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles to Riverside

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Riverside. The journey takes about 1 hour 17 minutes and with fares starting at just £12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1h 17mAverage duration

50 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£12 - £37	Average duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£12 - £17	Average duration1h 17m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Los Angeles and Riverside?

Stops in Los Angeles

A
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
C
613 Maple Ave
613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
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D
Los Angeles International Airport
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E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA
F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, 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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,515 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Los Angeles, US to Riverside, CA

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Los Angeles to Riverside?
The cheapest coach tickets from Los Angeles to Riverside start from £12. The average price for this route is around £18. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Los Angeles to Riverside?
The average bus journey time from Los Angeles to Riverside is 2h 35m, covering a distance of 52 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Riverside route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Los Angeles to Riverside?
The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Riverside at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 13:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Riverside?
A bus journey from Los Angeles to Riverside produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Los Angeles 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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to Riverside?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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.

Best price found

01/12

£10

02/12

£13

Today

£11

04/12

£10

05/12

£12

06/12

£9

07/12

£12

08/12

£7

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Riverside, CA was searched and found on 8 Dec 2025 with a price of £7

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

You can expect to pay from £7 to £29 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Riverside, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £7, which is on 2025-12-08.