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

The cheapest way to get from Nipomo to Riverside is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 3h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nipomo to Riverside is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Nipomo and Riverside?

No, there is no direct bus from Nipomo to Riverside. However, there are services departing from North Thompson Avenue & West Chestnut Street and arriving at Vine Street Mobility Hub via Santa Maria Amtrak Bus Stop, Santa Barbara Bus Stop, Los Angeles Union Station and San Bernardino. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 37m.

How far is it from Nipomo to Riverside?

The distance between Nipomo and Riverside is 269 miles. The road distance is 218.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nipomo to Riverside without a car is to train which takes 7h 47m and costs $80 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 7h 47m to get from Nipomo to Riverside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nipomo to Riverside bus from?

Nipomo to Riverside bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Maria Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Train or bus from Nipomo to Riverside?

The best way to get from Nipomo to Riverside is to train which takes 7h 47m and costs $80 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 37m.

Where does the Nipomo to Riverside bus arrive?

Nipomo to Riverside bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Barbara station.

Can I drive from Nipomo to Riverside?

Yes, the driving distance between Nipomo to Riverside is 218 miles. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Nipomo to Riverside.

Where can I stay near Riverside?

There are 182+ hotels available in Riverside.

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

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Guadalupe Amtrak Station to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Riverside - Downtowntrain 91-PV Line / ...
7h 47m
$81–106
Drive 217.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Nipomo to Riversidecar 217.1 mi
3h 59m
$40–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Maria Amtrak Bus Stop to Santa Barbarabus
2. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Bernardinobus
9h 37m
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Santa Maria to Anaheim-Cerritosshuttle San Jose
2. Take the bus from Harbor Blvd at Disneyland to Galleria @ Tyler EBbus 200
11h 41m
$40–65

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Nipomo to Riverside.

Launch map view

Distance: 267.2 mi
Duration: 7h 47m

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

You can take a vehicle from Nipomo to Riverside - Downtown via Guadalupe Amtrak Station, Los Angeles, and L.A. Union Station in around 7h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Thompson Avenue & West Chestnut Street to Vine Street Mobility Hub via Cypress & Nicholson, Santa Maria Amtrak Bus Stop, Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Bus Stop, Los Angeles Union Station, and San Bernardino in around 9h 37m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.