How much does a train ticket from Riverside to Palm Springs cost?

The average train ticket price from Riverside to Palm Springs is $20. The best way to find train tickets from Riverside to Palm Springs is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Riverside to Palm Springs?

A train trip between Riverside and Palm Springs is around 6h 58m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 48m. This is the time it takes to travel the 50 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Riverside and Palm Springs?

The number of trains from Riverside to Palm Springs can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Riverside to Palm Springs by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the best sights and things to do in Palm Springs?

Once in Palm Springs, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, Palm Springs Air Museum, Joshua Tree National Park, Biking, Moorten Botanical Gardens.

Trains from Riverside (CA) to Palm Springs | Amtrak

Compare 2 ways to go from Riverside to Palm Springs.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$20 - $63	Average Duration1h 15m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$20 - $20	Average Duration6h 58m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Riverside to Palm Springs

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Palm Springs. The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1h 15mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest ticket

2kgCO₂ emissions

Train Riverside to Palm Springs: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$20

Average train trip duration6h 58m

Number of daily trains4

Earliest train departure6:12am

Distance51 miles (81 km)

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,097 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5097 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $20.00

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Riverside to Palm Springs Train

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About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Riverside to Palm Springs is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Palm Springs, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Riverside and Palm Springs, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Riverside to Palm Springs, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

What's the cheapest way to go from Riverside to Palm Springs?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1h 15m	Avg Price$27	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time6h 58m	Avg Price$20	Daily Departures4

The best way to travel between Riverside and Palm Springs is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $20 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $20. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Palm Springs, choose the train, as it will take you from Riverside to Palm Springs in about 1h 15m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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Train from Palm Springs to Riverside

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Trains tickets from Riverside (CA) to Palm Springs