What is the cheapest way to get from Carpinteria to Riverside?

The cheapest way to get from Carpinteria to Riverside is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 2h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carpinteria to Riverside?

The fastest way to get from Carpinteria to Riverside is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Carpinteria and Riverside?

No, there is no direct bus from Carpinteria station to Riverside. However, there are services departing from Carpinteria Station and arriving at Vine Street Mobility Hub via Santa Barbara Bus Stop, Los Angeles Union Station and San Bernardino Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Carpinteria and Riverside?

No, there is no direct train from Carpinteria station to Riverside. However, there are services departing from Carpinteria Station and arriving at Riverside - Downtown via L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Carpinteria to Riverside?

The distance between Carpinteria and Riverside is 154 miles. The road distance is 137.3 miles.

How do I travel from Carpinteria to Riverside without a car?

The best way to get from Carpinteria to Riverside without a car is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs $35 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Carpinteria to Riverside?

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Carpinteria to Riverside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carpinteria to Riverside bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carpinteria to Riverside train from?

Carpinteria to Riverside train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Carpinteria Station.

Train or bus from Carpinteria to Riverside?

The best way to get from Carpinteria to Riverside is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs $35 - $50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $85 and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the Carpinteria to Riverside bus arrive?

Carpinteria to Riverside bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals.

Where does the Carpinteria to Riverside train arrive?

Carpinteria to Riverside train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Carpinteria to Riverside?

Yes, the driving distance between Carpinteria to Riverside is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Carpinteria to Riverside.

How do I get a train ticket from Carpinteria to Riverside?

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Where can I stay near Riverside?

There are 205+ hotels available in Riverside.

Carpinteria to Riverside - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Carpinteria to Riverside by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carpinteria Station to Los AngelesPacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Riverside - Downtown91-PV Line / ...
5h 12m
$38–46
Drive 136.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carpinteria to Riverside136.5 mi
2h 26m
$25–36
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Station ArrivalsFlixBus 2005
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Bernardino Downtown Transit CenterFlixBus 2054 / ...
6h 9m
$32–83

Carpinteria to Riverside by train and foot

38Weekly Services

5h 12mAverage Duration

$38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 152.9 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

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

You can take a train from Carpinteria Station to Riverside - Downtown via Los Angeles and L.A. Union Station in around 5h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carpinteria Station to Vine Street Mobility Hub via Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Bus Stop, Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals, Los Angeles Union Station, San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center, and San Bernardino Transit Center in around 6h 9m.

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