What is the cheapest way to get from Riverside to San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from Riverside to San Diego is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 1h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Riverside to San Diego?

The fastest way to get from Riverside to San Diego is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Riverside and San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from Riverside to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Vine St. Mobility Hub and arriving at San Diego via Katella-Harbor and Anaheim. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Riverside and San Diego?

No, there is no direct train from Riverside to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Riverside - Downtown and arriving at San Diego via Santa Ana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Riverside to San Diego?

The distance between Riverside and San Diego is 132 miles. The road distance is 98.5 miles.

How do I travel from Riverside to San Diego without a car?

The best way to get from Riverside to San Diego without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs $35 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Riverside to San Diego?

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Riverside to San Diego, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riverside to San Diego bus from?

Riverside to San Diego bus services, operated by Riverside Transit Agency, depart from Vine St. Mobility Hub station.

Where do I catch the Riverside to San Diego train from?

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

Train or bus from Riverside to San Diego?

The best way to get from Riverside to San Diego is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs $35 - $45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $19 - $55 and takes 4h 56m.

Where does the Riverside to San Diego bus arrive?

Riverside to San Diego bus services, operated by Riverside Transit Agency, arrive at Harbor + Katella station.

Where does the Riverside to San Diego train arrive?

Riverside to San Diego train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at Santa Ana station.

Can I drive from Riverside to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverside to San Diego is 99 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Riverside to San Diego.

Where can I stay near San Diego?

There are 1964+ hotels available in San Diego.

Riverside to San Diego - 4 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, bus, and tram

There are 4 ways to get from Riverside to San Diego by train (Amtrak), bus, tram, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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 Santa AnaIE-OC Line
2. Take the train from Santa Ana to San DiegoPacific Surfliner
4h 2m
$35–42
Drive 98 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Riverside to San Diego98 mi
1h 42m
$18–26
Line 1 bus, bus, tram
1. Take the bus from Magnolia + Sunnyside to UCR at Bannockburn Village1
2. Take the bus from Riverside to San Diego
3. Take the tram from UCSD Health La Jolla Station to Civic Center Station
4h 40m
$22–72
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vine St. Mobility Hub to Harbor + Katella200
2. Take the bus from Anaheim to San DiegoLos Angeles
4h 56m
$20–51

Riverside to San Diego by train

49Weekly Trains

4h 2mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 131 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

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

You can take a train from Riverside - Downtown to San Diego via Santa Ana in around 4h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vine St. Mobility Hub to San Diego via Harbor + Katella, Katella-Harbor, Artic - Dock 6, and Anaheim in around 4h 56m.

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