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

The cheapest way to get from Riverside to Carpinteria is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Riverside to Carpinteria is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Riverside and Carpinteria?

No, there is no direct train from Riverside to Carpinteria station. However, there are services departing from Riverside - Downtown and arriving at Carpinteria Station via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Riverside to Carpinteria?

The distance between Riverside and Carpinteria is 154 miles. The road distance is 137.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Riverside to Carpinteria without a car is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs $35 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Riverside to Carpinteria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Carpinteria train from?

Riverside to Carpinteria train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Riverside - Downtown station.

Where does the Riverside to Carpinteria train arrive?

Riverside to Carpinteria train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at L.A. Union Station.

Can I drive from Riverside to Carpinteria?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverside to Carpinteria is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Riverside to Carpinteria.

Where can I stay near Carpinteria?

There are 299+ hotels available in Carpinteria.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Riverside to Carpinteria by train (Amtrak), car, bus, or train

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 Riverside - Downtown to L.A. Union Station91-PV Line / ...
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Carpinteria StationPacific Surfliner
4h 53m
$39–134
Drive 136.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Riverside to Carpinteria136.6 mi
2h 27m
$25–36
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Galleria @ Tyler WB to Harbor Blvd at Disneyland200
2. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Carpinteria StationPacific Surfliner
7h 21m
$38–53

Riverside to Carpinteria by train and foot

38Weekly Services

4h 53mAverage Duration

$39Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 152.9 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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

You can take a train from Riverside - Downtown to Carpinteria Station via L.A. Union Station and Los Angeles in around 4h 53m.

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