What is the cheapest way to get from Riverside to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Riverside to Cardiff-by-the-Sea is to drive which costs $14 - $21 and takes 1h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Riverside to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Riverside to Cardiff-by-the-Sea is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Riverside and Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

No, there is no direct bus from Riverside to Cardiff-by-the-Sea. However, there are services departing from Vine St. Mobility Hub and arriving at Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Dr via San Bernardino, Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 and Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Riverside and Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

No, there is no direct train from Riverside to Cardiff-by-the-Sea station. However, there are services departing from Riverside - Downtown and arriving at Solana Beach Amtrak Station via Santa Ana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Riverside to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

The distance between Riverside and Cardiff-by-the-Sea is 108 miles. The road distance is 80 miles.

How do I travel from Riverside to Cardiff-by-the-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Riverside to Cardiff-by-the-Sea without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs $30 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Riverside to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Riverside to Cardiff-by-the-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Cardiff-by-the-Sea bus from?

Riverside to Cardiff-by-the-Sea bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from San Bernardino station.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Cardiff-by-the-Sea train from?

Riverside to Cardiff-by-the-Sea train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Riverside - Downtown station.

Train or bus from Riverside to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

The best way to get from Riverside to Cardiff-by-the-Sea is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs $30 - $65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 308 bus, which costs and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Riverside to Cardiff-by-the-Sea bus arrive?

Riverside to Cardiff-by-the-Sea bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at Escondido station.

Where does the Riverside to Cardiff-by-the-Sea train arrive?

Riverside to Cardiff-by-the-Sea train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at Santa Ana station.

Can I drive from Riverside to Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverside to Cardiff-by-the-Sea is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Riverside to Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

Where can I stay near Cardiff-by-the-Sea?

There are 873+ hotels available in Cardiff-by-the-Sea.

Riverside to Cardiff-by-the-Sea - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Riverside to Cardiff-by-the-Sea by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to Santa Anatrain IE-OC Line
2. Take the train from Santa Ana to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 46m
$32–62
Train, line 101 bus
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1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to Oceansidetrain IE-OC Line
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Drbus 101
4h 59m
$14–24
Bus, line 308 bus
1. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Escondidobus Lxus 2121
2. Take the bus from Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 to Hwy 101 & Plaza Stbus 308
5h 38m
Drive 79.5 mi
1. Drive from Riverside to Cardiff-by-the-Seacar 79.5 mi
1h 36m
$15–21

Riverside to Cardiff-by-the-Sea by train and bus

44Weekly Services

3h 46mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 107.4 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

What companies run services between Riverside, Riverside County, CA, USA and Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Riverside - Downtown to Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Dr via Santa Ana, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, and Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vine St. Mobility Hub to Hwy 101 & Chesterfield Dr via San Bernardino, San Bernardino, Escondido, Escondido Transit Center Stall 13, Hwy 101 & Plaza St, and Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr in around 5h 38m.

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