What is the cheapest way to get from Riverside to Orange County?

The cheapest way to get from Riverside to Orange County is to bus and line 83 bus which costs $2 - $6 and takes 2h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Riverside to Orange County?

The fastest way to get from Riverside to Orange County is to drive which takes 42 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Riverside and Orange County?

No, there is no direct bus from Riverside to Orange County. However, there are services departing from Vine St. Mobility Hub and arriving at Main-10Th via Katella-Harbor. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Riverside and Orange County?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Riverside - Downtown and arriving at Santa Ana. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Riverside to Orange County?

The distance between Riverside and Orange County is 39 miles. The road distance is 37.2 miles.

How do I travel from Riverside to Orange County without a car?

The best way to get from Riverside to Orange County without a car is to train which takes 59 min and costs $8 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Riverside to Orange County?

The train from Riverside - Downtown to Santa Ana takes 59 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Orange County bus from?

Riverside to Orange County bus services, operated by Riverside Transit Agency, depart from Vine St. Mobility Hub station.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Orange County train from?

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

Train or bus from Riverside to Orange County?

The best way to get from Riverside to Orange County is to train which takes 59 min and costs $8 - $12. Alternatively, you can bus and line 83 bus, which costs $2 - $6 and takes 2h 3m.

Where does the Riverside to Orange County bus arrive?

Riverside to Orange County bus services, operated by Riverside Transit Agency, arrive at Harbor + Katella station.

Where does the Riverside to Orange County train arrive?

Riverside to Orange County train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at Santa Ana station.

Can I drive from Riverside to Orange County?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverside to Orange County is 37 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Riverside to Orange County.

Where can I stay near Orange County?

There are 1631+ hotels available in Orange County.

Riverside to Orange County - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 83 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Riverside to Orange County by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to Santa Anatrain IE-OC Line
59 min
$8–12
Bus, line 83 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vine St. Mobility Hub to Harbor + Katellabus 200
2. Take the bus from Katella-Harbor to Main-10Thbus 83
2h 3m
$2–6
Drive 37 mi
1. Drive from Riverside to Orange Countycar 37 mi
42 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Riverside to Orange Countytaxi 37 mi
42 min
$130–160

Riverside to Orange County by train

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Distance: 38.9 mi
Duration: 59 min

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

Metrolink Trains operates a train from Riverside - Downtown to Santa Ana every 4 hours. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 59 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vine St. Mobility Hub to Main-10Th via Harbor + Katella and Katella-Harbor in around 2h 3m.

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