What is the cheapest way to get from Riverside to Coalinga?

The cheapest way to get from Riverside to Coalinga is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Riverside to Coalinga?

The fastest way to get from Riverside to Coalinga is to drive which takes 4h 21m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Riverside and Coalinga?

No, there is no direct bus from Riverside to Coalinga. However, there are services departing from Magnolia + Sunnyside and arriving at Coalinga via Riverside and Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 53m.

How far is it from Riverside to Coalinga?

The distance between Riverside and Coalinga is 274 miles. The road distance is 252.5 miles.

How do I travel from Riverside to Coalinga without a car?

The best way to get from Riverside to Coalinga without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 51m and costs $80 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Riverside to Coalinga?

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from Riverside to Coalinga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Coalinga bus from?

Riverside to Coalinga bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Riverside station.

Where does the Riverside to Coalinga bus arrive?

Riverside to Coalinga bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Can I drive from Riverside to Coalinga?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverside to Coalinga is 253 miles. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Riverside to Coalinga.

Where can I stay near Coalinga?

There are eight+ hotels available in Coalinga.

Riverside to Coalinga - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Riverside to Coalinga by train, bus, car, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to L.A. Union Stationtrain 91-PV Line / ...
2. Take the bus from Glendale Bus Stop to Coalingabus Greyhound US0831
6h 51m
$81–115
Drive 251.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Riverside to Coalingacar 251.1 mi
4h 21m
$46–67
Bus
1. Take the bus from Riverside to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2030
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Coalingabus Greyhound US0831 / ...
7h 53m
$78–115

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Distance: 272.8 mi
Duration: 6h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Magnolia + Sunnyside to Coalinga via UCR at Bannockburn Village, Riverside, Los Angeles Union Station, and Coalinga in around 7h 53m.

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