What is the cheapest way to get from El Cajon to Riverside?

The cheapest way to get from El Cajon to Riverside is to drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Cajon to Riverside?

The fastest way to get from El Cajon to Riverside is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between El Cajon and Riverside?

No, there is no direct bus from El Cajon to Riverside. However, there are services departing from El Cajon Transit Center and arriving at Magnolia + Beatty via San Diego and UCR at Bannockburn Village. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

Is there a direct train between El Cajon and Riverside?

No, there is no direct train from El Cajon station to Riverside. However, there are services departing from El Cajon Station and arriving at Riverside - Downtown via San Diego Old Town Transportation Center and Santa Ana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from El Cajon to Riverside?

The distance between El Cajon and Riverside is 122 miles. The road distance is 100.9 miles.

How do I travel from El Cajon to Riverside without a car?

The best way to get from El Cajon to Riverside without a car is to bus which takes 4h 53m and costs $35 - $100.

How long does it take to get from El Cajon to Riverside?

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from El Cajon to Riverside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Cajon to Riverside bus from?

El Cajon to Riverside bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Diego station.

Where do I catch the El Cajon to Riverside train from?

El Cajon to Riverside train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Train or bus from El Cajon to Riverside?

The best way to get from El Cajon to Riverside is to bus which takes 4h 53m and costs $35 - $100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $60 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the El Cajon to Riverside bus arrive?

El Cajon to Riverside bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Riverside station.

Where does the El Cajon to Riverside train arrive?

El Cajon to Riverside train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Ana station.

Can I drive from El Cajon to Riverside?

Yes, the driving distance between El Cajon to Riverside is 101 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from El Cajon to Riverside.

Where can I stay near Riverside?

There are 248+ hotels available in Riverside.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from San Diego to Riversidebus FlixBus 2015 / ...
4h 53m
$39–99
Drive 100.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from El Cajon to Riversidecar 100.3 mi
1h 45m
$19–27
Train
1. Take the train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Santa Anatrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from Santa Ana to Riverside - Downtowntrain IE-OC Line
5h 25m
$38–58

El Cajon to Riverside by bus and foot (Flixbus)

5Weekly Services

4h 53mAverage Duration

$39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 121.1 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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

Flixbus USA operates a bus from San Diego to Riverside once daily. Tickets cost $17–50 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from El Cajon Station to Riverside - Downtown via Old Town Station, San Diego Old Town Transportation Center, and Santa Ana in around 5h 25m.

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