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

The cheapest way to get from Ridgecrest to Riverside is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ridgecrest to Riverside is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Ridgecrest and Riverside?

No, there is no direct bus from Ridgecrest to Riverside. However, there are services departing from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. and arriving at Riverside via Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. and Bakersfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 53m.

How far is it from Ridgecrest to Riverside?

The distance between Ridgecrest and Riverside is 298 miles. The road distance is 131.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ridgecrest to Riverside without a car is to bus which takes 8h 53m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 53m to get from Ridgecrest to Riverside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ridgecrest to Riverside bus from?

Ridgecrest to Riverside bus services, operated by Kern Transit, depart from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. station.

Where does the Ridgecrest to Riverside bus arrive?

Ridgecrest to Riverside bus services, operated by Kern Transit, arrive at Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. station.

Can I drive from Ridgecrest to Riverside?

Yes, the driving distance between Ridgecrest to Riverside is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Ridgecrest to Riverside.

Where can I stay near Riverside?

There are 186+ hotels available in Riverside.

Ridgecrest to Riverside - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Ridgecrest to Riverside by bus (Amtrak), bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. to Carl's Jr. / Inyo St.bus 230
2. Take the bus from Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. to Bakersfield Amtrakbus 100
3. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Riversidebus
8h 53m
Drive 130.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ridgecrest to Riversidecar 130.9 mi
2h 19m
$24–35
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kern County Superior Court - N. China Lake Blvd. to Carl's Jr. / Inyo St.bus 230
2. Take the bus from Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy.bus 250 / ...
3. Take the train from Lancaster to L.A. Union Stationtrain
4. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Riverside - Downtowntrain
9h 4m
$28–39

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ridgecrest to Riverside.

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Distance: 296.4 mi
Duration: 8h 53m

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

You can take a bus from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. to Riverside via Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. and Bakersfield in around 8h 53m.

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