What is the distance between Riverside and San Diego?

The distance between the two cities is 87 miles (140 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Riverside to San Diego?

If you're headed to San Diego from Riverside, chances are that your bus will depart from Riverside Bus Station and arrive at Mission Valley Sheraton. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in San Diego?

Once in San Diego, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Coronado, The Gaslamp Quarter, Old Point Loma Lighthouse, Sunset Cliffs Natural Park and Pacific Surf School.

Bus Riverside to San Diego from $14 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Riverside to San Diego on November 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:30pm	UC Riverside	2h 40m	6:10pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	Cheapest
10:13am	Riverside East Alessandro Boulevard	2h 4m	12:17pm	San Diego University Avenue	Fastest
3:30pm	UC Riverside	2h 5m	5:35pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	No tags
9:00am	Riverside Station	4h 7m	1:07pm	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
1:13pm	Riverside East Alessandro Boulevard	2h 4m	3:17pm	San Diego University Avenue	No tags

Next departures for Riverside to San Diego on November 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:30pm	UC Riverside	2h 40m	6:10pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	Cheapest
2:08am	Riverside East Alessandro Boulevard	2h 4m	4:12am	San Diego University Avenue	Fastest
12:50pm	UC Riverside	4h 25m	5:15pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
9:00am	Riverside Station	4h 7m	1:07pm	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
2:13am	Riverside East Alessandro Boulevard	2h 4m	4:17am	San Diego University Avenue	No tags

Next departures for Riverside to San Diego on November 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:30pm	UC Riverside	2h 40m	6:10pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	Cheapest
2:13am	Riverside East Alessandro Boulevard	2h 4m	4:17am	San Diego University Avenue	Fastest
3:30pm	UC Riverside	2h 5m	5:35pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	No tags
9:00am	Riverside Station	4h 7m	1:07pm	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
10:13am	Riverside East Alessandro Boulevard	2h 4m	12:17pm	San Diego University Avenue	No tags

Next departures for Riverside to San Diego on November 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:30pm	UC Riverside	2h 40m	6:10pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	Cheapest
2:13am	Riverside East Alessandro Boulevard	2h 4m	4:17am	San Diego University Avenue	Fastest
12:50pm	UC Riverside	4h 25m	5:15pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
9:00am	Riverside Station	4h 7m	1:07pm	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
1:13pm	Riverside East Alessandro Boulevard	2h 4m	3:17pm	San Diego University Avenue	No tags

Next departures for Riverside to San Diego on November 19
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:30pm	UC Riverside	2h 40m	6:10pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	Cheapest
2:13am	Riverside East Alessandro Boulevard	2h 4m	4:17am	San Diego University Avenue	Fastest
3:30pm	UC Riverside	2h 5m	5:35pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	No tags
9:00am	Riverside Station	4h 7m	1:07pm	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
1:13pm	Riverside East Alessandro Boulevard	2h 4m	3:17pm	San Diego University Avenue	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:53 PM PST.

Get from Riverside to San Diego

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 16 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

2h 16mAverage Duration

85 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,584 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Las Vegas Shuttles

3.5/548 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness2.2

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.2

Based on 48 reviews, the company was rated 3.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the timeliness. Las Vegas Shuttles ticket prices on this trip start at $55

Las Vegas Shuttles Riverside San Diego recent customer reviews

Driver was amazingly kind, professional and safe/skilled at driving. The bus was 1hr late on pickup and that was difficult to manage with my scheduled appointment at the destination. Also paid for seat 1 and it was taken. Was only able to sit on small jump seat by door. Not, what I paid for.

Robert T.

December 4, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511,315 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.

FlixBus Riverside San Diego recent customer reviews

Driver left 3 minutes early and I missed the bus

Kheri Saul C.

March 7, 2024

The prices was nice..

Spencer L.

January 22, 2024

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

Where are the popular stops in Riverside and San Diego?

Stops in Riverside

A - Riverside Bus Station

B - Commerce St

Stops in San Diego

A - Mission Valley Sheraton

B - Old Town Courtyard Marriot

C - Downtown Holiday Inn

D - Greyhound Station

E - Market St. & Park Blvd

F - San Ysidro McDonald's

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Riverside, CA to San Diego, CA, US by bus

What is the distance between Riverside and San Diego?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Riverside to San Diego?
What are the best sights and things to do in San Diego?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/12

$22

11/13

$21

Today

$34

11/15

$24

11/16

$24

11/17

$22

11/18

$21

11/19

$21

The cheapest trip from Riverside, CA to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Nov 13, 2025 with a price of $21

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

You can expect to pay from $21 to $51 for a bus ticket from Riverside, CA to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-11-18.

Usually Las Vegas Shuttles 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.