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

The cheapest way to get from Phoenix to Riverside is to bus which costs $45 - $75 and takes 6h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Phoenix to Riverside is to fly and train and line 215 bus which takes 5h and costs $65 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Phoenix and Riverside?

No, there is no direct bus from Phoenix station to Riverside. However, there are services departing from Phoenix Bus Station and arriving at Vine Street Mobility Hub via San Bernardino Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

How far is it from Phoenix to Riverside?

The distance between Phoenix and Riverside is 337 miles. The road distance is 321.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Phoenix to Riverside without a car is to bus which takes 6h 36m and costs $45 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 6h 36m to get from Phoenix to Riverside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Phoenix to Riverside bus from?

Phoenix to Riverside bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Phoenix Bus Station.

Where does the Phoenix to Riverside bus arrive?

Phoenix to Riverside bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at San Bernardino station.

Can I drive from Phoenix to Riverside?

Yes, the driving distance between Phoenix to Riverside is 322 miles. It takes approximately 5h 9m to drive from Phoenix to Riverside.

Where can I stay near Riverside?

There are 194+ hotels available in Riverside.

Phoenix to Riverside - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Phoenix to Riverside by bus (Flixbus), car, plane, train, 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.

Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to San Bernardinobus FlixBus 2054
6h 36m
$45–73
Drive 320 mi
1. Drive from Phoenix to Riversidecar 320 mi
5h 9m
$59–85
Fly Phoenix to Ontario International Airport, train, line 215 bus
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Ontario International Airport (ONT)plane PHX - ONT
2. Take the train from Rancho Cucamonga to San Bernardino - Downtowntrain
3. Take the bus from San Bernardino Transit Center to Vine Street Mobility Hubbus
5h
$65–394
Bus via Phoenix
1. Take the bus from Phoenix to Bloomingtonbus Nogales / ...
7h 27m
$70–94
Fly Phoenix to Long Beach Airport, line 42 bus, bus
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Long Beach Airport (LGB)plane PHX - LGB
2. Take the bus from Norwalk-Woodson to Tustin-East Village Waybus
3. Take the bus from Village of Orange Zone 5 to Galleria @ Tyler EBbus
6h 7m
$51–319
Fly Phoenix to John Wayne Airport Orange County, line 43 bus, train
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane PHX - SNA
2. Take the bus from Harbor-Macarthur to Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 2bus
3. Take the train from Fullerton to Riverside - Downtowntrain
6h 49m
$274–676
Fly Phoenix to Palm Springs International Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)plane PHX - PSP
2. Take the bus from Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus
3. Take the train from Fullerton to Riverside - Downtowntrain
7h 23m
$89–462
Fly Scottsdale Airport to John Wayne Airport Orange County, line 43 bus, train
1. Fly from Scottsdale Airport (SCF) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane SCF - SNA
2. Take the bus from Harbor-Macarthur to Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 2bus
3. Take the train from Fullerton to Riverside - Downtowntrain
7h 42m
$73–400

Phoenix to Riverside by bus (Flixbus)

7Weekly Buses

6h 36mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Phoenix to Riverside.

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Distance: 334.7 mi
Duration: 6h 36m

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

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Phoenix Bus Station to San Bernardino once daily. Tickets cost $40–75 and the journey takes 5h 50m.

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