What is the cheapest way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Riverside?

The cheapest way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Riverside is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 3h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Riverside?

The fastest way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Riverside is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Vandenberg Space Force Base and Riverside?

No, there is no direct bus from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Riverside. However, there are services departing from Vandenberg Air Force Base and arriving at Magnolia + Beatty via Santa Maria Airport, CA, LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal, Los Angeles Downtown and UCR at Bannockburn Village. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Vandenberg Space Force Base and Riverside?

No, there is no direct train from Vandenberg Space Force Base station to Riverside. However, there are services departing from Lompoc-Surf Station and arriving at Riverside - Downtown via L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

How far is it from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Riverside?

The distance between Vandenberg Space Force Base and Riverside is 248 miles. The road distance is 211.6 miles.

How do I travel from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Riverside without a car?

The best way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Riverside without a car is to train which takes 7h 25m and costs $65 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Riverside?

It takes approximately 7h 25m to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Riverside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vandenberg Space Force Base to Riverside bus from?

Vandenberg Space Force Base to Riverside bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, depart from Santa Maria Airport, CA station.

Where do I catch the Vandenberg Space Force Base to Riverside train from?

Vandenberg Space Force Base to Riverside train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Lompoc-Surf Station.

Train or bus from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Riverside?

The best way to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Riverside is to train which takes 7h 25m and costs $65 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $140 and takes 9h 55m.

Where does the Vandenberg Space Force Base to Riverside bus arrive?

Vandenberg Space Force Base to Riverside bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, arrive at Los Angeles Airport, CA station.

Where does the Vandenberg Space Force Base to Riverside train arrive?

Vandenberg Space Force Base to Riverside train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Riverside?

Yes, the driving distance between Vandenberg Space Force Base to Riverside is 212 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Riverside.

Where can I stay near Riverside?

There are 268+ hotels available in Riverside.

Vandenberg Space Force Base to Riverside - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Riverside by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, bus, or train

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best
1. Take the train from Lompoc-Surf Station to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Riverside - Downtowntrain 91-PV Line / ...
7h 25m
$66–137
Drive 210.3 mi
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1. Drive from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Riversidecar 210.3 mi
3h 48m
$39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Maria Airport, CA to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Riversidebus FlixBus 2015 / ...
9h 55m
$104–133
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Vandenberg Air Force Base to Transit Centerbus 30
2. Take the train from Guadalupe Amtrak Station to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Harbor Blvd at Disneyland to Galleria @ Tyler EBbus 200
11h 46m
$67–152

Vandenberg Space Force Base to Riverside by bus and foot

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9h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 246.6 mi
Duration: 7h 25m

What companies run services between Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA, USA and Riverside, Riverside County, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Vandenberg Space Force Base to Riverside - Downtown via Lompoc-Surf Station, Los Angeles, and L.A. Union Station in around 7h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vandenberg Air Force Base to Magnolia + Beatty via Santa Maria Public Airport, Santa Maria Airport, CA, LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal, Los Angeles Union Station, Los Angeles Downtown, Riverside, and UCR at Bannockburn Village in around 9h 55m.

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