What is the cheapest way to get from Knoxville to Riverside?

The cheapest way to get from Knoxville to Riverside is to fly and bus which costs $200 - $700 and takes 10h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Knoxville to Riverside?

The fastest way to get from Knoxville to Riverside is to fly which takes 9h 22m and costs $230 - $850.

How far is it from Knoxville to Riverside?

The distance between Knoxville and Riverside is 1953 miles. The road distance is 2138.4 miles.

How do I travel from Knoxville to Riverside without a car?

The best way to get from Knoxville to Riverside without a car is to bus and train via Kansas City which takes 2 days 6h and costs $700 - $1,600.

How long does it take to get from Knoxville to Riverside?

It takes approximately 9h 22m to get from Knoxville to Riverside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Knoxville to Riverside bus from?

Knoxville to Riverside bus services, operated by Wanda Coach, depart from Knoxville station.

Bus or fly from Knoxville to Riverside?

The best way to get from Knoxville to Riverside is to fly which takes 9h 22m and costs $230 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $470 - $900 and takes 2 days 10h.

Where does the Knoxville to Riverside bus arrive?

Knoxville to Riverside bus services, operated by Wanda Coach, arrive at Memphis - Summer Ave station.

What is the time difference between Knoxville and Riverside?

Riverside is 3h behind Knoxville. It is currently 7:00 PM in Knoxville and 4:00 PM in Riverside.

Can I drive from Knoxville to Riverside?

Yes, the driving distance between Knoxville to Riverside is 2138 miles. It takes approximately 33h 56m to drive from Knoxville to Riverside.

Where can I stay near Riverside?

There are 267+ hotels available in Riverside.

Knoxville to Riverside - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Knoxville and Riverside?

No, there is no direct bus from Knoxville to Riverside. However, there are services departing from Knoxville and arriving at University + Market via SUMMER AVENUE at WHITE STATION ROAD, William Hudson Transit Center, Memphis Bus Station, St Louis Bus Station and Richton 5091 at Montclair TransCenter. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 10h.

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There are 8 ways to get from Knoxville to Riverside by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

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Fly to Ontario International Airport
best
1. Fly from Mcghee Tyson Airport (TYS) to Ontario International Airport (ONT)plane TYS - ONT
9h 22m
$237–831
Fly to Long Beach Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Mcghee Tyson Airport (TYS) to Long Beach Airport (LGB)plane TYS - LGB
2. Take the bus from Village of Orange Zone 5 to Galleria @ Tyler EBbus
10h 25m
$203–676
Bus, train via Kansas City
1. Take the bus from Knoxville to Memphis - Summer Avebus Nyc
2. Take the bus from Memphis Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from St. Louis to Kansas Citytrain
4. Take the train from Kansas City to Riversidetrain
2d 6h
$744–1,590
Bus
1. Take the bus from Knoxville to Memphis - Summer Avebus Nyc
2. Take the bus from Memphis Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Montclair Transcenterbus
2d 10h
$476–879
Drive 2,126 mi
1. Drive from Knoxville to Riversidecar 2,126 mi
33h 56m
$388–561
Fly to John Wayne Airport Orange County, train
1. Fly from Mcghee Tyson Airport (TYS) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane TYS - SNA
2. Take the train from Fullerton to Riverside - Downtowntrain
11h 30m
$280–992
Fly to Palm Springs International Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Mcghee Tyson Airport (TYS) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)plane TYS - PSP
2. Take the bus from Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus
3. Take the train from Fullerton to Riverside - Downtowntrain
11h 59m
$253–828
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Knoxville to Jacksonbus
2. Take the bus from El Mezcal Grocery - Jackson, TN to Indianapolisbus
3. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Riversidetrain
2d 15h
$850–1,736

Mcghee Tyson Airport (TYS) to Ontario International Airport (ONT) flights

45Weekly Planes

8h 17mAverage Duration

$176Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,941.9 mi
Duration: 9h 22m

What companies run services between Knoxville, TN, USA and Riverside, Riverside County, CA, USA?

United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and American Airlines fly from Mcghee Tyson Airport (TYS) to Ontario International Airport (ONT) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Knoxville to University + Market via Knoxville, Memphis - Summer Ave, SUMMER AVENUE at WHITE STATION ROAD, William Hudson Transit Center, AIRWAYS BOULEVARD at BROOKS ROAD, Memphis Bus Station, St Louis Bus Station, Montclair Transcenter, and Richton 5091 at Montclair TransCenter in around 2d 10h.

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Flights from Mcghee Tyson Airport to Ontario International Airport via Denver

Ave. Duration: 8h 21m
When: Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price: $180–750

Flights from Mcghee Tyson Airport to Ontario International Airport via Austin

Ave. Duration: 8h 5m
When: Sunday
Estimated price: $190–800

Flights from Mcghee Tyson Airport to Ontario International Airport via Dallas

Ave. Duration: 9h 15m
When: Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $180–750

Flights from Mcghee Tyson Airport to Ontario International Airport via Nashville

Ave. Duration: 10h 40m
When: Saturday
Estimated price: $170–750

Flights from Mcghee Tyson Airport to Long Beach Airport via Austin

Ave. Duration: 7h 15m
When: Sunday
Estimated price: $150–650

Flights from Mcghee Tyson Airport to Long Beach Airport via Denver

Ave. Duration: 8h 20m
When: Sunday
Estimated price: $140–600

Flights from Mcghee Tyson Airport to Long Beach Airport via Dallas

Ave. Duration: 8h 35m
When: Sunday
Estimated price: $140–600

Flights from Mcghee Tyson Airport to Long Beach Airport via Nashville

Ave. Duration: 10h 35m
When: Saturday
Estimated price: $140–600

Flights from Mcghee Tyson Airport to Long Beach Airport via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 6h 22m
When: Monday and Sunday
Estimated price: $140–600

Flights from Mcghee Tyson Airport to Long Beach Airport via Phoenix

Ave. Duration: 6h 26m
When: Thursday
Estimated price: $140–600

Flights from Mcghee Tyson Airport to John Wayne Airport Orange County via Austin

Ave. Duration: 7h 17m
When: Sunday and Friday
Estimated price: $220–950

Flights from Mcghee Tyson Airport to John Wayne Airport Orange County via Denver

Ave. Duration: 7h 57m
When: Tuesday to Friday
Estimated price: $210–900

Flights from Mcghee Tyson Airport to John Wayne Airport Orange County via Dallas

Ave. Duration: 8h 30m
When: Sunday
Estimated price: $210–900

Flights from Mcghee Tyson Airport to Palm Springs International Airport via Denver

Ave. Duration: 7h 5m
When: Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $170–700

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