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

The cheapest way to get from Riverside to Lancaster is to train which costs $15 - $22 and takes 4h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Riverside to Lancaster is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct train between Riverside and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct train from Riverside to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Riverside - Downtown and arriving at Lancaster via L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Riverside to Lancaster?

The distance between Riverside and Lancaster is 137 miles. The road distance is 85.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Riverside to Lancaster without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs $15 - $22.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Riverside to Lancaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Lancaster train from?

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

Where does the Riverside to Lancaster train arrive?

Riverside to Lancaster train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at L.A. Union Station.

Can I drive from Riverside to Lancaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverside to Lancaster is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Riverside to Lancaster.

Where can I stay near Lancaster?

There are 64+ hotels available in Lancaster.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Riverside to Lancaster by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to L.A. Union Stationtrain 91-PV Line / ...
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancastertrain AV Line
4h 40m
$15–22
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Galleria @ Tyler WB to Harbor Blvd at Disneylandbus 200
2. Take the bus from Disneyland Employee's Entrance to 6th / Broadwaybus 460
3. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancastertrain
7h 55m
$14–26
Drive 85.2 mi
1. Drive from Riverside to Lancastercar 85.2 mi
1h 41m
$16–23

Riverside to Lancaster by train

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Distance: 136.6 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

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

You can take a train from Riverside - Downtown to Lancaster via L.A. Union Station in around 4h 40m.

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