What is the cheapest way to get from Joshua Tree to Riverside?

The cheapest way to get from Joshua Tree to Riverside is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Joshua Tree to Riverside?

The fastest way to get from Joshua Tree to Riverside is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Joshua Tree and Riverside?

No, there is no direct bus from Joshua Tree to Riverside. However, there are services departing from Hwy 62 & Park Blvd and arriving at Riverside via Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop and Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from Joshua Tree to Riverside?

The distance between Joshua Tree and Riverside is 169 miles. The road distance is 75.7 miles.

How do I travel from Joshua Tree to Riverside without a car?

The best way to get from Joshua Tree to Riverside without a car is to bus which takes 6h 12m and costs $50 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Joshua Tree to Riverside?

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Joshua Tree to Riverside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Joshua Tree to Riverside bus from?

Joshua Tree to Riverside bus services, operated by Basin Transit, depart from Hwy 62 & Park Blvd station.

Where does the Joshua Tree to Riverside bus arrive?

Joshua Tree to Riverside bus services, operated by Basin Transit, arrive at Palm Springs Airport station.

Can I drive from Joshua Tree to Riverside?

Yes, the driving distance between Joshua Tree to Riverside is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Joshua Tree to Riverside.

Where can I stay near Riverside?

There are 250+ hotels available in Riverside.

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

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

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Hwy 62 & Park Blvd to Palm Springs Airportbus 15
2. Take the bus from Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Riversidebus
6h 12m
$51–83
Drive 75.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Joshua Tree to Riversidecar 75.3 mi
1h 27m
$14–20
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Hwy 62 & Park Blvd to Palm Springs Airportbus 15
2. Take the bus from Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus
3. Take the train from Fullerton to Riverside - Downtowntrain
6h 13m
$49–84
Bus via Galleria @ Tyler EB
1. Take the bus from Hwy 62 & Park Blvd to Palm Springs Airportbus 15
2. Take the bus from Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Harbor Blvd at Disneyland to Galleria @ Tyler EBbus 200
7h 34m
$45–73

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Joshua Tree to Riverside.

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Distance: 167.6 mi
Duration: 6h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Hwy 62 & Park Blvd to Riverside via Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop and Fullerton Amtrak Station in around 6h 12m.

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