What is the cheapest way to get from Riverside to Lake Isabella?

The cheapest way to get from Riverside to Lake Isabella is to train and bus which costs $29 - $55 and takes 7h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Riverside to Lake Isabella?

The fastest way to get from Riverside to Lake Isabella is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Riverside and Lake Isabella?

No, there is no direct bus from Riverside to Lake Isabella. However, there are services departing from Riverside and arriving at Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd. via Bakersfield Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

How far is it from Riverside to Lake Isabella?

The distance between Riverside and Lake Isabella is 215 miles. The road distance is 183.3 miles.

How do I travel from Riverside to Lake Isabella without a car?

The best way to get from Riverside to Lake Isabella without a car is to bus which takes 6h 28m and costs $55 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Riverside to Lake Isabella?

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Riverside to Lake Isabella, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Lake Isabella bus from?

Riverside to Lake Isabella bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Riverside station.

Where does the Riverside to Lake Isabella bus arrive?

Riverside to Lake Isabella bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Bakersfield station.

Can I drive from Riverside to Lake Isabella?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverside to Lake Isabella is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Riverside to Lake Isabella.

Where can I stay near Lake Isabella?

There are 49+ hotels available in Lake Isabella.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Riverside to Lake Isabella by bus (Amtrak), car, train, or bus

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Riverside to Bakersfieldbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Amtrak to Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd.bus 150
6h 28m
$58–79
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Bakersfield Train Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield Amtrak to Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd.bus 150
7h 1m
$29–52
Drive 182.2 mi
1. Drive from Riverside to Lake Isabellacar 182.2 mi
3h 44m
$34–48

Riverside to Lake Isabella by bus

14Weekly Buses

6h 28mAverage Duration

$58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 213.5 mi
Duration: 6h 28m

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

You can take a bus from Riverside to Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd. via Bakersfield Amtrak in around 6h 28m.

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