What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara (Station) to Riverside?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara (Station) to Riverside is to bus which costs $24 - $40 and takes 5h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara (Station) to Riverside?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara (Station) to Riverside is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara (Station) and Riverside?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara (Station) to Riverside. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Bus Stop and arriving at Vine Street Mobility Hub via Los Angeles Downtown and San Bernardino Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Barbara (Station) and Riverside?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Barbara (Station) to Riverside. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Riverside - Downtown via L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara (Station) to Riverside?

The distance between Santa Barbara (Station) and Riverside is 165 miles. The road distance is 148.1 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Barbara (Station) to Riverside without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara (Station) to Riverside without a car is to bus which takes 5h 26m and costs $24 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara (Station) to Riverside?

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Santa Barbara (Station) to Riverside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara (Station) to Riverside bus from?

Santa Barbara (Station) to Riverside bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Santa Barbara Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara (Station) to Riverside train from?

Santa Barbara (Station) to Riverside train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Train or bus from Santa Barbara (Station) to Riverside?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara (Station) to Riverside is to bus which takes 5h 26m and costs $24 - $40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $75 and takes 5h 27m.

Where does the Santa Barbara (Station) to Riverside bus arrive?

Santa Barbara (Station) to Riverside bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the Santa Barbara (Station) to Riverside train arrive?

Santa Barbara (Station) to Riverside train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara (Station) to Riverside?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara (Station) to Riverside is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Santa Barbara (Station) to Riverside.

How do I get a train ticket from Santa Barbara (Station) to Riverside?

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Where can I stay near Riverside?

There are 264+ hotels available in Riverside.

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There are 4 ways to get from Santa Barbara (Station) to Riverside by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, train, or bus

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Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2005
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to San Bernardino Downtown Transit Centerbus FlixBus 2015 / ...
5h 26m
$24–38
Train
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Riverside - Downtowntrain 91-PV Line / ...
5h 27m
$37–74
Drive 147.3 mi
1. Drive from Santa Barbara (Station) to Riversidecar 147.3 mi
2h 38m
$27–39
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Harbor Blvd at Disneyland to Galleria @ Tyler EBbus 200
6h 54m
$38–82

Santa Barbara (Station) to Riverside by bus (Flixbus)

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5h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 163.6 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between Santa Barbara (Station), CA, USA and Riverside, Riverside County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Vine Street Mobility Hub via Los Angeles Union Station, Los Angeles Downtown, San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center, and San Bernardino Transit Center in around 5h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Santa Barbara to Riverside - Downtown via Los Angeles and L.A. Union Station in around 5h 27m.

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