Train from San Diego, CA, US to Riverside, CA: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from San Diego to Riverside on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Santa Fe Depot
Riverside StationCheapest
Amtrak
Old Town San Diego
Riverside StationFastest
Amtrak
Santa Fe Depot
Riverside StationNo tags
Amtrak
Santa Fe Depot
Riverside StationNo tags
Amtrak
Santa Fe Depot
Riverside StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:44 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel 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 R 306, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
1h 48mAverage duration
139 kmDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceR 306 - R 1 110Average duration1h 48m
3kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceR 809 - R 1 078Average duration4h 26m
12kg CO₂e

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

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from San Diego to Riverside?

    The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Riverside start from R 809. The average price for this train route is around R 845. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from San Diego to Riverside?

    The average train journey time from San Diego to Riverside is 4h 26m, covering a distance of 137 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 35m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the San Diego to Riverside route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Diego to Riverside?

    The earliest train from San Diego to Riverside departs at 14:01. And the latest train departs at 14:10.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
09/12
R 588
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R 588
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R 588
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R 588
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R 588
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R 588
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R 588
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R 588
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Riverside, CA was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 588

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

You can expect to pay from R 588 to R 4 462 for a train 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 R 588, which is on 2025-12-12.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Riverside, CA?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between San Diego, CA, US and Riverside, CA is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 845 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 809. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Riverside, CA, choose the train, as it will take you from San Diego, CA, US to Riverside, CA in about 1h 48m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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