Find coaches from San Francisco, US to Riverside, CA

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Next departures from San Francisco to Riverside on 12 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Mission St & Fremont St
Riverside StationCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
San Francisco Bus Station
UC RiversideNo tags
Amtrak
Mission St & Fremont St
Riverside StationNo tags

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Bus San Francisco, US to Riverside, CA: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$73
Average bus trip duration14h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure22:40
Distance387 miles
Latest bus departure23:25

San Francisco to Riverside Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Riverside from San Francisco, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Francisco, US - Riverside, CA

  1. What's the distance between San Francisco and Riverside by coach?

    The journey from San Francisco to Riverside by coach covers an approximate distance of 386 miles (622 km).

  2. How can I travel from San Francisco to Riverside avoiding air travel?

    To travel from San Francisco to Riverside without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from San Francisco to Riverside, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from San Francisco to Riverside.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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