The average bus between Riverside and Phoenix takes 8h 58m and the fastest bus takes 8h 20m. The bus service runs several times per day from Riverside to Phoenix. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 3 times a day between Riverside and Phoenix. The earliest departure is at 9:44 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Riverside is at 7:21 PM which arrives into Phoenix at 4:30 AM. All services require a transfer at San Bernardino Transit Center and take an average of 8h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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9h 8m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Riverside to Phoenix? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Riverside to Phoenix. However, there are services departing from Riverside station and arriving at Phoenix station via Phoenix. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 58m.
Riverside to Phoenix bus services, operated by Riverside Transit Agency, depart from San Bernardino station.
Riverside to Phoenix bus services, operated by Riverside Transit Agency, arrive at Phoenix station.
Book your Riverside to Phoenix bus tickets online with Riverside Transit Agency, Omnitrans and 2 other operators.
The distance between Riverside and Phoenix is 495.5 km. The road distance is 541 km.
Limousine Express operates a bus from San Bernardino to Phoenix 5 times a day. Tickets cost $50–75 and the journey takes 4h 50m. CBX Cross Border Express also services this route 3 times a day.