What is the cheapest way to get from Palm Springs to Riverside?

The cheapest way to get from Palm Springs to Riverside is to line 4 bus and bus which costs $3 - $4 and takes 4h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palm Springs to Riverside?

The fastest way to get from Palm Springs to Riverside is to drive which takes 1h and costs $10 - $15.

Is there a direct bus between Palm Springs and Riverside?

No, there is no direct bus from Palm Springs to Riverside. However, there are services departing from Indian Canyon at Alejo and arriving at Vine Street Mobility Hub via Varner at Harry Oliver and San Bernardino Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Palm Springs to Riverside?

The distance between Palm Springs and Riverside is 127 miles. The road distance is 55 miles.

How do I travel from Palm Springs to Riverside without a car?

The best way to get from Palm Springs to Riverside without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 6m and costs $30 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Palm Springs to Riverside?

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Palm Springs to Riverside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palm Springs to Riverside bus from?

Palm Springs to Riverside bus services, operated by Sunline Transit, depart from Indian Canyon at Alejo station.

Where does the Palm Springs to Riverside bus arrive?

Palm Springs to Riverside bus services, operated by Sunline Transit, arrive at Varner at Harry Oliver station.

Can I drive from Palm Springs to Riverside?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Springs to Riverside is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Palm Springs to Riverside.

Where can I stay near Riverside?

There are 265+ hotels available in Riverside.

Palm Springs to Riverside - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, 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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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Fullerton to Riverside - Downtowntrain 91-PV Line
4h 6m
$32–55
Line 4 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Indian Canyon at Alejo to Varner at Harry Oliverbus 4
2. Take the bus from Varner at Harry Oliver to San Bernardino Transit Centerbus 10
4h 32m
$4
Drive 54.6 mi
1. Drive from Palm Springs to Riversidecar 54.6 mi
1h
$10–15
Line 4 bus, bus, line 20 bus
1. Take the bus from Indian Canyon at Alejo to Varner at Harry Oliverbus 4
2. Take the bus from Varner at Harry Oliver to 2nd at Commercebus 10
3. Take the bus from Riverside University Medical Center to Central + De Anzabus 20
5h 36m
$4–6

Palm Springs to Riverside by bus and train

14Weekly Services

4h 6mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest 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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