What is the cheapest way to get from Palm Springs to University of California, Riverside?

The cheapest way to get from Palm Springs to University of California, Riverside is to line 4 bus and bus which costs $3 - $7 and takes 5h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palm Springs to University of California, Riverside?

The fastest way to get from Palm Springs to University of California, Riverside is to drive which takes 53 min and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between Palm Springs and University of California, Riverside?

No, there is no direct bus from Palm Springs to University of California, Riverside. However, there are services departing from Indian Canyon at Alejo and arriving at UCR at Bannockburn Village via Varner at Harry Oliver, Second + Commerce and Moreno Valley Mall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Where do I catch the Palm Springs to University of California, Riverside bus from?

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

Can I drive from Palm Springs to University of California, Riverside?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Springs to University of California, Riverside is 51 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Palm Springs to University of California, Riverside.

Where can I stay near University of California, Riverside?

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Palm Springs to University of California, Riverside

Q: How far is it from Palm Springs to University of California, Riverside?

The distance between Palm Springs and University of California, Riverside is 131 miles. The road distance is 51.1 miles.

Q: How do I travel from Palm Springs to University of California, Riverside without a car?

The best way to get from Palm Springs to University of California, Riverside without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 35m and costs $40 - $70.

Q: How long does it take to get from Palm Springs to University of California, Riverside?

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Palm Springs to University of California, Riverside, including transfers.

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There are 3 ways to get from Palm Springs to University of California, 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 35m
$42–69
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 2nd at Commercebus 10
3. Take the bus from Second + Commerce to Moreno Valley Mallbus 31
5h 10m
$4–7
Drive 50.8 mi
1. Drive from Palm Springs to University of California, Riversidecar 50.8 mi
53 min
$10–14

Palm Springs to University of California, Riverside by bus, train, and foot

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4h 35mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 130.5 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Palm Springs, CA, USA and University of California, Riverside, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Indian Canyon at Alejo to University of California, Riverside via Varner at Harry Oliver, 2nd at Commerce, Second + Commerce, Moreno Valley Mall, and UCR at Bannockburn Village in around 5h 10m.

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