What is the cheapest way to get from Riverside to Rancho Santa Fe?

The cheapest way to get from Riverside to Rancho Santa Fe is to drive which costs $14 - $21 and takes 1h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Riverside to Rancho Santa Fe?

The fastest way to get from Riverside to Rancho Santa Fe is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Riverside and Rancho Santa Fe?

No, there is no direct bus from Riverside to Rancho Santa Fe. However, there are services departing from Vine St. Mobility Hub and arriving at Paseo Delicias & La Fremontia via San Bernardino and Escondido Transit Center Stall 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Riverside and Rancho Santa Fe?

No, there is no direct train from Riverside to Rancho Santa Fe station. However, there are services departing from Riverside - Downtown and arriving at Solana Beach Amtrak Station via Santa Ana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Riverside to Rancho Santa Fe?

The distance between Riverside and Rancho Santa Fe is 114 miles. The road distance is 78.6 miles.

How do I travel from Riverside to Rancho Santa Fe without a car?

The best way to get from Riverside to Rancho Santa Fe without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs $30 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Riverside to Rancho Santa Fe?

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Riverside to Rancho Santa Fe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Rancho Santa Fe bus from?

Riverside to Rancho Santa Fe bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from San Bernardino station.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Rancho Santa Fe train from?

Riverside to Rancho Santa Fe train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Riverside - Downtown station.

Train or bus from Riverside to Rancho Santa Fe?

The best way to get from Riverside to Rancho Santa Fe is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs $30 - $65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $55 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Riverside to Rancho Santa Fe bus arrive?

Riverside to Rancho Santa Fe bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Escondido station.

Where does the Riverside to Rancho Santa Fe train arrive?

Riverside to Rancho Santa Fe train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at Santa Ana station.

Can I drive from Riverside to Rancho Santa Fe?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverside to Rancho Santa Fe is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Riverside to Rancho Santa Fe.

Where can I stay near Rancho Santa Fe?

There are 575+ hotels available in Rancho Santa Fe.

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There are 5 ways to get from Riverside to Rancho Santa Fe by train (Amtrak), bus, car, shuttle, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to Santa Anatrain IE-OC Line
2. Take the train from Santa Ana to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 25m
$32–62
Drive 78.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Riverside to Rancho Santa Fecar 78.2 mi
1h 26m
$15–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Bernardino to Escondidobus Lxus 2121
4h 42m
$32–52
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Riverside, CA - 3956 University Ave to Escondido, CA - 796 W Valley PKWYshuttle Las Vegas
3h 50m
$24–42
Train, line 101 bus
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to Oceansidetrain IE-OC Line
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Hwy 101 & Plaza Stbus 101
6h 15m
$16–29

Riverside to Rancho Santa Fe by train and bus

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4h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 113.5 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Riverside, Riverside County, CA, USA and Rancho Santa Fe, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Riverside - Downtown to Paseo Delicias & Via De La Valle via Santa Ana, Solana Beach Amtrak Station, and Plaza St & Highway 101 in around 4h 25m. Alternatively, Jefferson Lines operates a bus from San Bernardino to Escondido once daily. Tickets cost $30–45 and the journey takes 2h.

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