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

The cheapest way to get from Poway to Riverside is to drive which costs $14 - $22 and takes 1h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poway to Riverside is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs $14 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Poway and Riverside?

No, there is no direct bus from Poway to Riverside. However, there are services departing from Midland Rd & Janette Ln and arriving at Vine St. Mobility Hub via Rancho Bernardo Transit Station, Escondido, Fourth + G Street and Perris Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Poway and Riverside?

No, there is no direct train from Poway to Riverside. However, there are services departing from Escondido Transit Center and arriving at Riverside - Downtown via Oceanside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Poway to Riverside?

The distance between Poway and Riverside is 131 miles. The road distance is 81 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poway to Riverside without a car is to tram and train which takes 5h 12m and costs $18 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Poway to Riverside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poway to Riverside bus from?

Poway to Riverside bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from Escondido station.

Where do I catch the Poway to Riverside train from?

Poway to Riverside train services, operated by North County Transit, depart from Escondido Transit Center station.

Where does the Poway to Riverside bus arrive?

Poway to Riverside bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at Perris station.

Where does the Poway to Riverside train arrive?

Poway to Riverside train services, operated by North County Transit, arrive at Oceanside Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Poway to Riverside?

Yes, the driving distance between Poway to Riverside is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Poway to Riverside.

Where can I stay near Riverside?

There are 265+ hotels available in Riverside.

Poway to Riverside - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, line 22 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Poway to Riverside by tram, train, bus, car, or shuttle

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Escondido Transit Center to Oceanside Transit Centertram Sprinter
2. Take the train from Oceanside to Riverside - Downtowntrain IE-OC Line
5h 12m
$18–34
Drive 80.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poway to Riversidecar 80.5 mi
1h 26m
$15–22
Bus, line 22 bus
1. Take the bus from Escondido to Perrisbus Lxus 2101
2. Take the bus from Perris Transit Center to Vine St. Mobility Hubbus 22
5h 20m
$32–55
Line 945 bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Midland Rd & Janette Ln to Rancho Bernardo Transit Stationbus 945
2. Take a shuttle bus from Escondido, CA - 796 W Valley PKWY to Riverside, CA - 3956 University Aveshuttle Cbx
3h 34m
$26–45

Poway to Riverside by bus, tram, and train

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5h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 129.9 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Midland Rd & Janette Ln to Vine St. Mobility Hub via Rancho Bernardo Transit Station, Escondido Transit Center, Escondido, Perris, Fourth + G Street, and Perris Transit Center in around 5h 20m.

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