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

The cheapest way to get from Needles to Riverside is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 3h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Needles to Riverside is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct train between Needles and Riverside?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Needles Station station and arriving at Riverside. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 56m.

How far is it from Needles to Riverside?

The distance between Needles and Riverside is 257 miles. The road distance is 226.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Needles to Riverside without a car is to train which takes 5h 56m and costs $30 - $110.

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

The train from Needles Station to Riverside takes 5h 56m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Needles to Riverside train from?

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

Where does the Needles to Riverside train arrive?

Needles to Riverside train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Riverside station.

Can I drive from Needles to Riverside?

Yes, the driving distance between Needles to Riverside is 226 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Needles to Riverside.

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

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Where can I stay near Riverside?

There are 231+ hotels available in Riverside.

Needles to Riverside - 2 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Needles to Riverside by train (Amtrak) or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Needles Station to RiversideSouthwest Chief
5h 56m
$30–110
Drive 224.8 mi
1. Drive from Needles to Riverside224.8 mi
3h 36m
$41–60

Needles to Riverside by train (Amtrak)

13Weekly Trains

5h 56mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 255.5 mi
Duration: 5h 56m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Needles Station to Riverside twice daily. Tickets cost $30–110 and the journey takes 5h 56m.

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