What is the cheapest way to get from Los Angeles to Riverside?

The cheapest way to get from Los Angeles to Riverside is to drive which costs $9 - $15 and takes 58 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Los Angeles to Riverside?

The fastest way to get from Los Angeles to Riverside is to drive which takes 58 min and costs $9 - $15.

Is there a direct bus between Los Angeles and Riverside?

No, there is no direct bus from Los Angeles station to Riverside. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles Union Station and arriving at Vine Street Mobility Hub via San Bernardino Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Los Angeles and Riverside?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from L.A. Union Station station and arriving at Riverside - Downtown. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Los Angeles to Riverside?

The distance between Los Angeles and Riverside is 60 miles. The road distance is 53.6 miles.

How do I travel from Los Angeles to Riverside without a car?

The best way to get from Los Angeles to Riverside without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs $10 - $14.

How long does it take to get from Los Angeles to Riverside?

The train from L.A. Union Station to Riverside - Downtown takes 1h 30m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Los Angeles to Riverside bus from?

Los Angeles to Riverside bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Where do I catch the Los Angeles to Riverside train from?

Los Angeles to Riverside train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from L.A. Union Station.

Train or bus from Los Angeles to Riverside?

The best way to get from Los Angeles to Riverside is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs $10 - $14. Alternatively, you can bus and line 215 bus, which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 56m.

Where does the Los Angeles to Riverside bus arrive?

Los Angeles to Riverside bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center station.

Where does the Los Angeles to Riverside train arrive?

Los Angeles to Riverside train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at Riverside - Downtown station.

Can I drive from Los Angeles to Riverside?

Yes, the driving distance between Los Angeles to Riverside is 54 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Los Angeles to Riverside.

How do I get a train ticket from Los Angeles to Riverside?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Los Angeles to Riverside?

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Where can I stay near Riverside?

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Los Angeles to Riverside - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 215 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Los Angeles to Riverside by train, bus (Flixbus), or car

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1. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Riverside - Downtowntrain 91-PV Line / ...
1h 30m
$10–14
Bus, line 215 bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Bernardino Downtown Transit Centerbus FlixBus 2054 / ...
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino Transit Center to Vine Street Mobility Hubbus 215
1h 56m
$11–17
Drive 53.3 mi
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Riversidecar 53.3 mi
58 min
$10–15

Los Angeles to Riverside by train

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Distance: 60.1 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Los Angeles, CA, USA and Riverside, Riverside County, CA, USA?

Metrolink Trains operates a train from L.A. Union Station to Riverside - Downtown every 4 hours. Tickets cost $10–14 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Vine Street Mobility Hub via San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center and San Bernardino Transit Center in around 1h 56m.

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