What is the cheapest way to get from Riverside to Kearny Mesa?

The cheapest way to get from Riverside to Kearny Mesa is to drive which costs $16 - $24 and takes 1h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Riverside to Kearny Mesa?

The fastest way to get from Riverside to Kearny Mesa is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Riverside and Kearny Mesa?

No, there is no direct bus from Riverside to Kearny Mesa. However, there are services departing from Vine Street Mobility Hub and arriving at Clairemont Mesa Bl & Complex Dr via San Bernardino Transit Center, San Bernardino and Escondido Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Riverside and Kearny Mesa?

No, there is no direct train from Riverside to Kearny Mesa station. However, there are services departing from Riverside - Downtown and arriving at Fashion Valley Station via Santa Ana and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Riverside to Kearny Mesa?

The distance between Riverside and Kearny Mesa is 136 miles. The road distance is 91 miles.

How do I travel from Riverside to Kearny Mesa without a car?

The best way to get from Riverside to Kearny Mesa without a car is to train via Santa Ana which takes 4h 37m and costs $55 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Riverside to Kearny Mesa?

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Riverside to Kearny Mesa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Kearny Mesa bus from?

Riverside to Kearny Mesa bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from San Bernardino station.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Kearny Mesa train from?

Riverside to Kearny Mesa train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Riverside - Downtown station.

Train or bus from Riverside to Kearny Mesa?

The best way to get from Riverside to Kearny Mesa is to train via Santa Ana which takes 4h 37m and costs $55 - $100. Alternatively, you can bus and line 235 bus, which costs $35 - $55 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Riverside to Kearny Mesa bus arrive?

Riverside to Kearny Mesa bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at Escondido station.

Where does the Riverside to Kearny Mesa train arrive?

Riverside to Kearny Mesa train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at Santa Ana station.

Can I drive from Riverside to Kearny Mesa?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverside to Kearny Mesa is 91 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Riverside to Kearny Mesa.

Where can I stay near Kearny Mesa?

There are 2255+ hotels available in Kearny Mesa.

Riverside to Kearny Mesa - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 235 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Riverside to Kearny Mesa by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Train via Santa Ana
best
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to Santa Anatrain IE-OC Line
2. Take the train from Santa Ana to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 37m
$56–97
Drive 90.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Riverside to Kearny Mesacar 90.5 mi
1h 35m
$17–24
Bus, line 235 bus
1. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Escondidobus Lxus 2121
2. Take the bus from Escondido Transit Center to Clairemont Mesa Bl & Complex Drbus 235
4h 40m
$35–54
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Riverside to San Diegobus FlixBus 2015 / ...
5h 25m
$17–30
Train
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to Oceansidetrain IE-OC Line
2. Take the train from Oceanside to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 8m
$34–59

Riverside to Kearny Mesa by train, tram, and bus

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4h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 135.1 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

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

You can take a train from Riverside - Downtown to Kearny Villa Rd & Century Park Ct via Santa Ana, San Diego Old Town Transportation Center, Old Town Station, Fashion Valley Station, and Fashion Valley Transit Center in around 4h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vine Street Mobility Hub to Clairemont Mesa Bl & Complex Dr via San Bernardino Transit Center, G Street @ Oak, San Bernardino, Escondido, and Escondido Transit Center in around 4h 40m.

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