How much does a train ticket from San Diego to Riverside cost?

The average train ticket price from San Diego to Riverside is $47. The best way to find train tickets from San Diego to Riverside 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 San Diego to Riverside?

A train trip between San Diego and Riverside is around 4h 26m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 26m. This is the time it takes to travel the 87 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between San Diego and Riverside?

The number of trains from San Diego to Riverside can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from San Diego to Riverside by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from San Diego to Riverside?

When taking the train from San Diego to Riverside, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train San Diego to Riverside from $34 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for San Diego to Riverside on November 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	3h 44m	5:45pm	Riverside Station	Cheapest
2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	3h 35m	5:45pm	Riverside Station	Fastest
2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	3h 44m	5:45pm	Riverside Station	No tags
2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	4h 35m	6:36pm	Riverside Station	No tags
2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	4h 35m	6:36pm	Riverside Station	No tags
2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	4h 35m	6:36pm	Riverside Station	No tags
2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	3h 35m	5:45pm	Riverside Station	No tags
2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	4h 26m	6:36pm	Riverside Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Riverside on November 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:01am	Santa Fe Depot	5h 49m	11:50am	Riverside Station	Cheapest
2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	3h 35m	5:45pm	Riverside Station	Fastest
6:01am	Santa Fe Depot	5h 49m	11:50am	Riverside Station	No tags
8:01am	Santa Fe Depot	3h 49m	11:50am	Riverside Station	No tags
8:01am	Santa Fe Depot	3h 49m	11:50am	Riverside Station	No tags
2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	3h 44m	5:45pm	Riverside Station	No tags
2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	3h 44m	5:45pm	Riverside Station	No tags
2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	4h 35m	6:36pm	Riverside Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Riverside on November 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:01am	Santa Fe Depot	5h 49m	11:50am	Riverside Station	Cheapest
2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	3h 35m	5:45pm	Riverside Station	Fastest
6:01am	Santa Fe Depot	5h 49m	11:50am	Riverside Station	No tags
8:01am	Santa Fe Depot	3h 49m	11:50am	Riverside Station	No tags
8:01am	Santa Fe Depot	3h 49m	11:50am	Riverside Station	No tags
2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	3h 44m	5:45pm	Riverside Station	No tags
2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	3h 44m	5:45pm	Riverside Station	No tags
2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	4h 35m	6:36pm	Riverside Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Riverside on November 21
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:01am	Santa Fe Depot	5h 49m	11:50am	Riverside Station	Cheapest
2:10pm	Old Town San Diego	3h 35m	5:45pm	Riverside Station	Fastest
6:01am	Santa Fe Depot	5h 49m	11:50am	Riverside Station	No tags
8:01am	Santa Fe Depot	3h 49m	11:50am	Riverside Station	No tags
8:01am	Santa Fe Depot	3h 49m	11:50am	Riverside Station	No tags
2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	3h 44m	5:45pm	Riverside Station	No tags
2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	3h 44m	5:45pm	Riverside Station	No tags
2:01pm	Santa Fe Depot	4h 35m	6:36pm	Riverside Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:32 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Riverside

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Riverside. The journey takes about 1 hour 48 minutes and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

1h 48mAverage Duration

76 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$21 - $61	Average Duration1h 48m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$47 - $56	Average Duration4h 26m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,583 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5583 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 $37

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions for your trip San Diego, CA, US - Riverside, CA

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/12

$34

11/13

$34

Today

$34

11/15

$34

11/16

$34

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$34

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$34

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$34

The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Riverside, CA was searched and found on Nov 12, 2025 with a price of $34

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 $34 to $258 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 $34 which is on 2025-11-15.

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

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1h 48m	Avg Price$56	Daily Departures8
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time4h 26m	Avg Price$47	Daily Departures2

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 $47 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $47. 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!