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How to get fromPalm Springs to Riversideby bus, train, or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Palm Springs to Riverside by bus, train, or car

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus bus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
    2. Take the train from Fullerton to Riverside - Downtowntrain train 91-PV Line
    4h 6m
    $43–68

  2. Line 4 bus, bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Indian Canyon at Alejo to Varner at Harry Oliverbus bus 4
    2. Take the bus from Varner at Harry Oliver to San Bernardino Transit Centerbus bus 10
    4h 32m
    $4

  3. Drive 54.6 mi

    1. Drive from Palm Springs to Riversidecar car 54.6 mi
    1h
    $10–15

  4. Line 4 bus, bus, line 31 bus, line 20 bus

    1. Take the bus from Indian Canyon at Alejo to Varner at Harry Oliverbus bus 4
    2. Take the bus from Varner at Harry Oliver to 2nd at Commercebus bus 10
    3. Take the bus from Second + Commerce to Riverside University Medical Centerbus bus 31
    4. Take the bus from Riverside University Medical Center to Central + De Anzabus bus 20
    5h 20m
    $4–6

Palm Springs to Riverside by bus and train

Calendar14Weekly Services
Duration4h 6mAverage Duration
Ticket$43Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 126.6 mi
  • Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between Palm Springs, CA, USA and Riverside, Riverside County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Indian Canyon at Alejo to Vine Street Mobility Hub via Varner at Harry Oliver and San Bernardino Transit Center in around 4h 32m.

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