How much is the bus ticket from Phoenix to Riverside?

The cheapest bus tickets from Phoenix to Riverside start from $51. The average price for this route is around $90. 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 Phoenix to Riverside?

The average bus trip duration from Phoenix to Riverside is 10h 45m, covering a distance of 309 miles (498 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 5m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Phoenix to Riverside route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Phoenix to Riverside at 1:25am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Phoenix to Riverside generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Phoenix 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 12050 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Phoenix to Riverside?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Phoenix to Riverside?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix to Riverside from $45 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Phoenix to Riverside on January 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:50pm	Phoenix Bus Station	14h 20m	12:10pm	UC Riverside	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Phoenix to Riverside on January 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:50pm	Phoenix Bus Station	14h 20m	12:10pm	UC Riverside	Cheapest
	Bus	8:50am	Phoenix Bus Station	7h 35m	3:25pm	UC Riverside	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:25am	Phoenix Bus Station	10h 45m	12:10pm	UC Riverside	No tags
	Bus	8:30am	Phoenix Airport (PHX)/44th Street station	7h 55m	3:25pm	UC Riverside	No tags

Next departures for Phoenix to Riverside on January 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:50pm	Phoenix Bus Station	14h 20m	12:10pm	UC Riverside	Cheapest
	Bus	8:50am	Phoenix Bus Station	7h 35m	3:25pm	UC Riverside	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:25am	Phoenix Bus Station	10h 45m	12:10pm	UC Riverside	No tags
	Bus	8:30am	Phoenix Airport (PHX)/44th Street station	7h 55m	3:25pm	UC Riverside	No tags

Next departures for Phoenix to Riverside on January 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:50pm	Phoenix Bus Station	14h 20m	12:10pm	UC Riverside	Cheapest
	Bus	8:50am	Phoenix Bus Station	7h 35m	3:25pm	UC Riverside	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:25am	Phoenix Bus Station	10h 45m	12:10pm	UC Riverside	No tags
	Bus	8:30am	Phoenix Airport (PHX)/44th Street station	7h 55m	3:25pm	UC Riverside	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:26 AM MST.

Get from Phoenix to Riverside

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 10 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

10h 45mAverage Duration

309 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Phoenix and Riverside?

Stops in Phoenix

A
N 27th Ave
1614 N 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85009, USA
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B
Phoenix Greyhound Station
2115 E Buckeye Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85034, USA
Map
C
Glendale Ave
2647 W Glendale Ave, Ste 17, Phoenix, Az, Glendale, AZ 85051
Map
D
44th St Stn
44th Street Transit Center 42009 E Washigton Street, 85034
Map
E
Desert Ridge
Mellow Mushroom, 5293-5343 E Deer Valley Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85054, USA
Map

Stops in Riverside

A
Riverside Bus Station
3911-3956 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, CA 92501, USA
Map
B
Commerce St
3767-3791 Commerce St, Riverside, CA 92507, USA
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,087 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,508 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Phoenix Riverside recent customer reviews

First bus left earlier than departure time, paid money to reschedule to a departure 5 hours later to another town near my original destination so had to on top pay for an uber, and the new bus I took was an hour delayed.

Leonie S.

May 19, 2017

Missed connecting bus

Emma N.

June 17, 2017

bus got delay 5 H

Ismail F.

March 5, 2017

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Phoenix, AZ 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 Phoenix to Riverside?
The cheapest bus tickets from Phoenix to Riverside start from $51. The average price for this route is around $90. 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 Phoenix to Riverside?
The average bus trip duration from Phoenix to Riverside is 10h 45m, covering a distance of 309 miles (498 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 5m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Phoenix to Riverside route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Phoenix to Riverside?
The earliest bus departs from Phoenix to Riverside at 1:25am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Phoenix to Riverside?
A bus trip from Phoenix to Riverside generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Phoenix 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 12050 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Phoenix to Riverside?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Phoenix to Riverside?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Phoenix 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

01/16

$102

01/17

$67

Today

$96

01/19

$122

01/20

$63

01/21

$55

01/22

$55

01/23

No data

The cheapest trip from Phoenix, AZ to Riverside, CA was searched and found on Jan 21, 2026 with a price of $55

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

You can expect to pay from $55 to $122 for a bus ticket from Phoenix, AZ to Riverside, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $55 which is on 2026-01-21.