What is the cheapest way to get from University of California, Riverside to Pasadena?

The cheapest way to get from University of California, Riverside to Pasadena is to bus and line 188 bus which costs $3 - $11 and takes 2h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from University of California, Riverside to Pasadena?

The fastest way to get from University of California, Riverside to Pasadena is to drive which takes 56 min and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between University of California, Riverside and Pasadena?

No, there is no direct bus from University of California, Riverside to Pasadena. However, there are services departing from UCR at Bannockburn Village and arriving at Pasadena Amtrak Bus Stop via Riverside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

Is there a direct train between University of California, Riverside and Pasadena?

No, there is no direct train from University of California, Riverside to Pasadena station. However, there are services departing from Riverside - Downtown and arriving at Memorial Park Station via Union Station - Metro A-Line. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from University of California, Riverside to Pasadena?

The distance between University of California, Riverside and Pasadena is 55 miles. The road distance is 53.2 miles.

Where do I catch the University of California, Riverside to Pasadena bus from?

University of California, Riverside to Pasadena bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Riverside station.

Where do I catch the University of California, Riverside to Pasadena train from?

University of California, Riverside to Pasadena train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Riverside - Downtown station.

Train or bus from University of California, Riverside to Pasadena?

The best way to get from University of California, Riverside to Pasadena is to bus which takes 2h 51m and costs $17 - $27. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $12 - $18 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the University of California, Riverside to Pasadena bus arrive?

University of California, Riverside to Pasadena bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Pasadena Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from University of California, Riverside to Pasadena?

Yes, the driving distance between University of California, Riverside to Pasadena is 53 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from University of California, Riverside to Pasadena.

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Q: How long does it take to get from University of California, Riverside to Pasadena?

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from University of California, Riverside to Pasadena, including transfers.

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There are 4 ways to get from University of California, Riverside to Pasadena by bus (Amtrak), train, car, or bus

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Riverside to Pasadena Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2h 51m
$17–27
Bus, line 188 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from UCR at Bannockburn Village to Richton 5091 at Montclair TransCenterbus 204
2. Take the bus from Montclair Transit Center to Azusa Intermodal Transit Centerbus 188
2h 59m
$4–11
Train
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to L.A. Union Stationtrain 91-PV Line / ...
3h 20m
$12–18
Drive 52.9 mi
1. Drive from University of California, Riverside to Pasadenacar 52.9 mi
56 min
$10–14

University of California, Riverside to Pasadena by foot and bus (Amtrak)

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Distance: 54.7 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between University of California, Riverside, CA, USA and Pasadena, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from Riverside to Pasadena Amtrak Bus Stop twice daily. Tickets cost $17–25 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, Metrolink Trains operates a train from Riverside - Downtown to L.A. Union Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $10–14 and the journey takes 1h 28m.

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