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

The cheapest way to get from Malibu to Riverside is to line 33 bus and train which costs $13 - $20 and takes 5h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Malibu to Riverside is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs $14 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Malibu and Riverside?

No, there is no direct bus from Malibu to Riverside. However, there are services departing from Civic Center / Webb and arriving at Vine Street Mobility Hub via 5th / Santa Monica, Los Angeles Downtown and San Bernardino. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Malibu to Riverside?

The distance between Malibu and Riverside is 93 miles. The road distance is 81.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Malibu to Riverside without a car is to line 134 bus and tram and train which takes 4h 13m and costs $15 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Malibu to Riverside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Malibu to Riverside bus from?

Malibu to Riverside bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from 5th / Santa Monica station.

Where does the Malibu to Riverside bus arrive?

Malibu to Riverside bus services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Cesar E Chavez / Vignes station.

Can I drive from Malibu to Riverside?

Yes, the driving distance between Malibu to Riverside is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Malibu to Riverside.

Where can I stay near Riverside?

There are 250+ hotels available in Riverside.

Malibu to Riverside - 5 ways to travel via train, line 134 bus, and tram

There are 5 ways to get from Malibu to Riverside by bus, tram, train, 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.

Line 134 bus, tram, train
best
1. Take the bus from Civic Center / Malibu Perf Arts Ctr to 5th / Coloradobus 134
2. Take the tram from Downtown Santa Monica Station to 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Linestram
3. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Riverside - Downtowntrain
4h 13m
$16–20
Line 33 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 5th / Santa Monica to Patsaouras Transit Plazabus 33
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Riverside - Downtowntrain 91-PV Line / ...
5h 24m
$14–20
Line 33 bus, train via Los Angeles
1. Take the bus from 5th / Santa Monica to Cesar E Chavez / Alamedabus 33
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Riversidetrain Southwest Chief
5h 7m
$18–27
Drive 80.7 mi
1. Drive from Malibu to Riversidecar 80.7 mi
1h 33m
$15–22
Line 33 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from 5th / Santa Monica to Cesar E Chavez / Vignesbus 33
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to San Bernardinobus FlixBus 2015 / ...
5h 19m
$17–26

Malibu to Riverside by bus, tram, subway, and train

64Weekly Services

4h 13mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 92.7 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Civic Center / Webb to Vine Street Mobility Hub via Santa Monica / 4th, 5th / Santa Monica, Los Angeles Downtown, and San Bernardino in around 5h 19m.

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