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

The cheapest way to get from Riverside to Ventura is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Riverside to Ventura is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Riverside and Ventura?

No, there is no direct bus from Riverside to Ventura. However, there are services departing from Vine St. Mobility Hub and arriving at Ventura, CA via San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center, Los Angeles Union Station and Los Angeles Airport, CA. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Riverside and Ventura?

No, there is no direct train from Riverside to Ventura. However, there are services departing from Riverside - Downtown and arriving at Ventura Amtrak via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Riverside to Ventura?

The distance between Riverside and Ventura is 138 miles. The road distance is 121 miles.

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

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

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Riverside to Ventura, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Ventura bus from?

Riverside to Ventura bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center station.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Ventura train from?

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

Train or bus from Riverside to Ventura?

The best way to get from Riverside to Ventura is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs $30 - $65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $110 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Riverside to Ventura bus arrive?

Riverside to Ventura bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the Riverside to Ventura train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Riverside to Ventura?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverside to Ventura is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Riverside to Ventura.

How do I get a train ticket from Riverside to Ventura?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Riverside to Ventura?

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Where can I stay near Ventura?

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There are 3 ways to get from Riverside to Ventura by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), 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 Los Angeles to Ventura Amtraktrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 30m
$34–64
Drive 120.3 mi
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1. Drive from Riverside to Venturacar 120.3 mi
2h 10m
$22–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2054
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Ventura, CAbus
5h 15m
$76–106

Riverside to Ventura by train and foot

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Distance: 136.7 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a train from Riverside - Downtown to Ventura Amtrak via L.A. Union Station and Los Angeles in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vine St. Mobility Hub to Ventura, CA via San Bernardino, San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center, Los Angeles Union Station, and Los Angeles Airport, CA in around 5h 15m.

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