What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Clarita to Riverside?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Clarita to Riverside is to train which costs $12 - $17 and takes 3h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Clarita to Riverside?

The fastest way to get from Santa Clarita to Riverside is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs $15 - $22.

Is there a direct train between Santa Clarita and Riverside?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Clarita to Riverside. However, there are services departing from Newhall and arriving at Riverside - Downtown via L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Santa Clarita to Riverside?

The distance between Santa Clarita and Riverside is 90 miles. The road distance is 83 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Clarita to Riverside without a car is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs $12 - $17.

How long does it take to get from Santa Clarita to Riverside?

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Santa Clarita to Riverside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Clarita to Riverside train from?

Santa Clarita to Riverside train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Newhall station.

Where does the Santa Clarita to Riverside train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santa Clarita to Riverside?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Clarita to Riverside is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Santa Clarita to Riverside.

Where can I stay near Riverside?

There are 262+ hotels available in Riverside.

Santa Clarita to Riverside - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newhall to L.A. Union Stationtrain AV Line
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Riverside - Downtowntrain 91-PV Line / ...
3h 22m
$12–17
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Newhall to L.A. Union Stationtrain AV Line
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Bernardino Downtown Transit Centerbus FlixBus 2030
3h 43m
$19–28
Drive 82.5 mi
1. Drive from Santa Clarita to Riversidecar 82.5 mi
1h 33m
$16–22
Train via Magnolia + Beatty
1. Take the train from Newhall to L.A. Union Stationtrain AV Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Riversidetrain Southwest Chief
3h 35m
$28–53

Santa Clarita to Riverside by train

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3h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 90 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

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

You can take a train from Newhall to Riverside - Downtown via L.A. Union Station in around 3h 22m.

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