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 46m.

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 46m and costs $28 - $45.

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 Hollister & Nectarine and arriving at Vine Street Mobility Hub via Isla Vista, Los Angeles Union Station and San Bernardino Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Goleta and Riverside?

No, there is no direct train from Goleta to Riverside. However, there are services departing from Goleta Amtrak 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 171 miles. The road distance is 156.7 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 bus and train which takes 5h 36m and costs $35 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m 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 Flixbus USA, depart from Isla Vista station.

Where do I catch the Goleta to Riverside train from?

Goleta to Riverside train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Goleta Amtrak 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 $35 - $50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $75 and takes 5h 56m.

Where does the Goleta to Riverside bus arrive?

Goleta to Riverside bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union 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 46m 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 197+ hotels available in Riverside.

Goleta to Riverside - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Goleta to Riverside by bus, train, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Flixbus)

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Isla Vista to Los Angeles Union StationFlixBus 2005
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Riverside - Downtown91-PV Line / ...
5h 36m
$36–63
Drive 155.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Goleta to Riverside155.8 mi
2h 46m
$29–42
Train
1. Take the train from Goleta Amtrak to Los AngelesPacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Riverside - Downtown91-PV Line / ...
5h 41m
$39–47
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Isla Vista to Los Angeles Union StationFlixBus 2005
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Bernardino Downtown Transit CenterFlixBus 2054 / ...
5h 56m
$40–75
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Goleta Amtrak to Fullerton Amtrak StationPacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Harbor Blvd at Disneyland to Galleria @ Tyler EB200
7h 13m
$39–45

Goleta to Riverside by bus and train

4Weekly Services

5h 36mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.7 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

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

You can take a train from Goleta Amtrak to Riverside - Downtown via Los Angeles and L.A. Union Station in around 5h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hollister & Nectarine to Vine Street Mobility Hub via Isla Vista, Los Angeles Union Station, San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center, and San Bernardino Transit Center in around 5h 56m.

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