What is the cheapest way to get from Otay Mesa to Riverside?

The cheapest way to get from Otay Mesa to Riverside is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 1h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Otay Mesa to Riverside?

The fastest way to get from Otay Mesa to Riverside is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Otay Mesa and Riverside?

No, there is no direct bus from Otay Mesa to Riverside. However, there are services departing from Otay Mesa Rd & Cactus Rd and arriving at Vine St. Mobility Hub via Iris Avenue Transit Center, San Ysidro, Fourth + G Street and Perris Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Otay Mesa and Riverside?

No, there is no direct train from Otay Mesa station to Riverside. However, there are services departing from Iris Avenue Station and arriving at Riverside - Downtown via San Diego and Santa Ana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

How far is it from Otay Mesa to Riverside?

The distance between Otay Mesa and Riverside is 127 miles. The road distance is 113.1 miles.

How do I travel from Otay Mesa to Riverside without a car?

The best way to get from Otay Mesa to Riverside without a car is to tram and bus which takes 5h 43m and costs $18 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Otay Mesa to Riverside?

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Otay Mesa to Riverside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Otay Mesa to Riverside bus from?

Otay Mesa to Riverside bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from San Ysidro station.

Where do I catch the Otay Mesa to Riverside train from?

Otay Mesa to Riverside train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego station.

Train or bus from Otay Mesa to Riverside?

The best way to get from Otay Mesa to Riverside is to train which takes 5h 53m and costs $60 - $120. Alternatively, you can bus and line 22 bus, which costs $35 - $60 and takes 6h 15m.

Where does the Otay Mesa to Riverside bus arrive?

Otay Mesa to Riverside bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at Perris station.

Where does the Otay Mesa to Riverside train arrive?

Otay Mesa to Riverside train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Ana station.

Can I drive from Otay Mesa to Riverside?

Yes, the driving distance between Otay Mesa to Riverside is 113 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Otay Mesa to Riverside.

Where can I stay near Riverside?

There are 270+ hotels available in Riverside.

Otay Mesa to Riverside - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Otay Mesa to Riverside by tram, bus, train (Amtrak), or car

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Tram, bus
best
1. Take the tram from Iris Avenue Station to UCSD Health La Jolla Stationtram Blue
2. Take the bus from San Diego to Riversidebus FlixBus 2015 / ...
5h 43m
$18–43
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 53m
$62–111
Drive 112.4 mi
1. Drive from Otay Mesa to Riversidecar 112.4 mi
1h 59m
$21–30
Bus, line 22 bus
1. Take the bus from San Ysidro to Perrisbus Lxus 2101
2. Take the bus from Perris Transit Center to Vine St. Mobility Hubbus 22
6h 15m
$36–60
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
6h 24m
$38–59

Otay Mesa to Riverside by bus, tram, and foot

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Distance: 126.7 mi
Duration: 5h 43m

What companies run services between Otay Mesa, CA, USA and Riverside, Riverside County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Otay Mesa Rd & Cactus Rd to Riverside - Downtown via Iris Avenue Transit Center, Iris Avenue Station, America Plaza Station, San Diego, and Santa Ana in around 5h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Otay Mesa Rd & Cactus Rd to Vine St. Mobility Hub via Iris Avenue Transit Center, San Ysidro Transit Center, San Ysidro, Perris, Fourth + G Street, and Perris Transit Center in around 6h 15m.

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