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 25m.

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 25m and costs $14 - $22.

How far is it from Poway to Riverside?

The distance between Poway and Riverside is 126 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 $20 - $40.

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 San Diego Metro Transit, depart from Midland Rd & Janette Ln station.

Where does the Poway to Riverside bus arrive?

Poway to Riverside bus services, operated by San Diego Metro Transit, arrive at Rancho Bernardo Transit Station.

Can I drive from Poway to Riverside?

Yes, the driving distance between Poway to Riverside is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Poway to Riverside.

Where can I stay near Riverside?

There are 224+ hotels available in Riverside.

Poway to Riverside - 3 ways to travel via train, tram, and line 945 bus

Q: 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 Magnolia + Beatty via Rancho Bernardo Transit Station, Complex Dr & Clairemont Mesa Bl, San Diego and UCR at Bannockburn Village. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

There are 3 ways to get from Poway to Riverside by tram, train, bus (Flixbus), or car

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

Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Escondido Transit Center to Oceanside Transit CenterSprinter
2. Take the train from Oceanside to Riverside - DowntownIE-OC Line
5h 12m
$20–36
Drive 80.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poway to Riverside80.5 mi
1h 25m
$15–22
Line 945 bus, line 235 bus, line 44 bus, bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from Midland Rd & Janette Ln to Rancho Bernardo Transit Station945
2. Take the bus from Rancho Bernardo Transit Station to Clairemont Mesa Bl & Complex Dr235
3. Take the bus from Complex Dr & Clairemont Mesa Bl to Old Town Transit Center44
4. Take the bus from San Diego to Riverside
5. Take the bus from UCR at Bannockburn Village to Magnolia + Beatty1
6h 34m
$26–72

Poway to Riverside by bus, tram, and train

9Weekly Services

5h 12mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 125.6 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 Magnolia + Beatty via Rancho Bernardo Transit Station, Clairemont Mesa Bl & Complex Dr, Complex Dr & Clairemont Mesa Bl, Old Town Transit Center, San Diego, Riverside, and UCR at Bannockburn Village in around 6h 34m.

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