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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Riverside Station | Union Station | Cheapest | |||||
 | UC Riverside | Los Angeles Union Station | Fastest | |||||
| UC Riverside | Los Angeles Union Station | No tags | |||||
| Riverside Station | Union Station | No tags | |||||
| UC Riverside | Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot) | No tags |
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Get from Riverside to Los Angeles
The journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 254, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Riverside and Los Angeles?
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
Stops in Los Angeles
- A571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
- B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA - C613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
- 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Riverside, CA to Los Angeles, US by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Riverside to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Riverside to Los Angeles start at R 254. The average price for this route is around R 358. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Riverside to Los Angeles?
The average bus journey time from Riverside to Los Angeles is 1h 30m, covering a distance of 84 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Riverside to Los Angeles route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Riverside to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Riverside to Los Angeles at 10:05. And the latest bus departs at 19:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Riverside to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Riverside to Los Angeles produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Riverside to Los Angeles?
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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Riverside to Los Angeles?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Riverside to Los Angeles?
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 Riverside to Los Angeles?
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 Riverside, CA to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 19 Dec 2025 with a price of R 199To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Riverside, CA to Los Angeles, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 199 to R 467 for a bus ticket from Riverside, CA to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 199, which is on 2025-12-19.
Usually Amtrak 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.
