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

The cheapest way to get from Goleta to Riverside is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Goleta to Riverside is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct train between Goleta and Riverside?

No, there is no direct train from Goleta station to Riverside. However, there are services departing from Goleta Station and arriving at Riverside - Downtown via L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Goleta to Riverside?

The distance between Goleta and Riverside is 173 miles. The road distance is 156.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Goleta to Riverside without a car is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs $45 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Goleta to Riverside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Goleta to Riverside bus from?

Goleta to Riverside bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, depart from Santa Barbara Airport station.

Where do I catch the Goleta to Riverside train from?

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

Train or bus from Goleta to Riverside?

The best way to get from Goleta to Riverside is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs $45 - $90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85 - $120 and takes 6h 21m.

Where does the Goleta to Riverside bus arrive?

Goleta to Riverside bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, arrive at Los Angeles Airport, CA station.

Where does the Goleta to Riverside train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Goleta to Riverside?

Yes, the driving distance between Goleta to Riverside is 157 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Goleta to Riverside.

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

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Where can I stay near Riverside?

There are 178+ hotels available in Riverside.

Goleta to Riverside - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Goleta and Riverside?

No, there is no direct bus from Goleta to Riverside. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Airport and arriving at Vine Street Mobility Hub via LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal, Los Angeles Union Station and San Bernardino Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

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There are 4 ways to get from Goleta to Riverside by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, train, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Goleta Station to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Riverside - Downtowntrain 91-PV Line / ...
5h 41m
$46–86
Drive 155.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Goleta to Riversidecar 155.9 mi
2h 47m
$29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Bernardino Downtown Transit Centerbus FlixBus 2054 / ...
6h 21m
$88–112
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Goleta Station to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Harbor Blvd at Disneyland to Galleria @ Tyler EBbus 200
6h 39m
$48–95

Goleta to Riverside by train and foot

42Weekly Services

5h 41mAverage Duration

$46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 172.5 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

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

You can take a train from Goleta Station to Riverside - Downtown via Los Angeles and L.A. Union Station in around 5h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santa Barbara Airport to Vine Street Mobility Hub via LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal, Los Angeles Union Station, San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center, and San Bernardino Transit Center in around 6h 21m.

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