What is the cheapest way to get from Chula Vista to Riverside?

The cheapest way to get from Chula Vista to Riverside is to drive which costs $18 - $28 and takes 1h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chula Vista to Riverside?

The fastest way to get from Chula Vista to Riverside is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs $18 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Chula Vista and Riverside?

No, there is no direct bus from Chula Vista to Riverside. However, there are services departing from E St & 4th Av and arriving at Magnolia + Sunnyside via San Diego, Artic - Dock 6, Village of Orange Zone 5 and Galleria @ Tyler EB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Chula Vista and Riverside?

No, there is no direct train from Chula Vista station to Riverside. However, there are services departing from E Street Station and arriving at Riverside - Downtown via San Diego and Santa Ana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Chula Vista to Riverside?

The distance between Chula Vista and Riverside is 117 miles. The road distance is 103.5 miles.

How do I travel from Chula Vista to Riverside without a car?

The best way to get from Chula Vista to Riverside without a car is to tram and bus which takes 5h 2m and costs $17 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Chula Vista to Riverside?

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Chula Vista to Riverside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chula Vista to Riverside bus from?

Chula Vista to Riverside bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, depart from San Diego station.

Where do I catch the Chula Vista to Riverside train from?

Chula Vista to Riverside train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego station.

Train or bus from Chula Vista to Riverside?

The best way to get from Chula Vista to Riverside is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs $35 - $75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $45 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Chula Vista to Riverside bus arrive?

Chula Vista to Riverside bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at Anaheim station.

Where does the Chula Vista to Riverside train arrive?

Chula Vista to Riverside train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Ana station.

Can I drive from Chula Vista to Riverside?

Yes, the driving distance between Chula Vista to Riverside is 104 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Chula Vista to Riverside.

Where can I stay near Riverside?

There are 221+ hotels available in Riverside.

Chula Vista to Riverside - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Chula Vista to Riverside by tram, bus, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Tram, bus
best
1. Take the tram from E Street Station to UCSD Health La Jolla Stationtram Blue
2. Take the bus from San Diego to Riversidebus FlixBus 2015 / ...
5h 2m
$17–38
Train
1. Take the train from San Diego to Santa Anatrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from Santa Ana to Riverside - Downtowntrain IE-OC Line
5h 21m
$38–73
Drive 102.9 mi
1. Drive from Chula Vista to Riversidecar 102.9 mi
1h 49m
$19–28
Train via Oceanside
1. Take the train from San Diego to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from Oceanside to Riverside - Downtowntrain IE-OC Line
5h 45m
$26–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Anaheimbus Tijuana
2. Take the bus from Village of Orange Zone 5 to Galleria @ Tyler EBbus 200
6h 6m
$26–42

Chula Vista to Riverside by tram, bus, and foot

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Distance: 116.4 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

What companies run services between Chula Vista, CA, USA and Riverside, Riverside County, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from E Street Station to Riverside - Downtown via America Plaza Station, San Diego, and Santa Ana in around 5h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from E St & 4th Av to Magnolia + Sunnyside via 12th & Imperial Transit Center, San Diego, Anaheim, Artic - Dock 6, Tustin-East Village Way, Village of Orange Zone 5, and Galleria @ Tyler EB in around 6h 6m.

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