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

The cheapest way to get from Riverside to Lompoc is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Riverside to Lompoc is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Riverside and Lompoc?

No, there is no direct bus from Riverside to Lompoc. However, there are services departing from Magnolia + Sunnyside and arriving at Lompoc via Riverside, Los Angeles Union Station, UCSB North Hall Inbound and Hollister at Kellogg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.

How far is it from Riverside to Lompoc?

The distance between Riverside and Lompoc is 220 miles. The road distance is 202.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Riverside to Lompoc without a car is to train and bus via Santa Barbara which takes 8h 16m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 16m to get from Riverside to Lompoc, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Lompoc bus from?

Riverside to Lompoc bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Riverside station.

Where does the Riverside to Lompoc bus arrive?

Riverside to Lompoc bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Downtown station.

Can I drive from Riverside to Lompoc?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverside to Lompoc is 203 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Riverside to Lompoc.

Where can I stay near Lompoc?

There are 28+ hotels available in Lompoc.

Riverside to Lompoc - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Riverside to Lompoc by train, bus, 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.

Train, bus via Santa Barbara
best
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to L.A. Union Station
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara
3. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Transit Center to Cypress Ave and I St
8h 16m
Drive 201.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Riverside to Lompoc201.4 mi
3h 37m
$37–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Riverside to Los Angeles Downtown
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Isla Vista
3. Take the bus from Hollister at Kellogg to Lompoc
9h 15m
$45–79
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to L.A. Union Station91-PV Line / ...
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Santa Maria Airport, CA
10h 14m
$106–138

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 218.6 mi
Duration: 8h 16m

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

You can take a bus from Magnolia + Sunnyside to Lompoc via UCR at Bannockburn Village, Riverside, Los Angeles Downtown, Los Angeles Union Station, Isla Vista, UCSB North Hall Inbound, and Hollister at Kellogg in around 9h 15m.

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