What is the cheapest way to get from Riverside to Santa Ana?

The cheapest way to get from Riverside to Santa Ana is to bus and line 83 bus which costs $2 - $6 and takes 1h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Riverside to Santa Ana?

The fastest way to get from Riverside to Santa Ana is to drive which takes 40 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Riverside and Santa Ana?

No, there is no direct bus from Riverside to Santa Ana. However, there are services departing from Vine St. Mobility Hub and arriving at Main-Civic Center via Katella-Harbor. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Riverside and Santa Ana?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Riverside - Downtown and arriving at Santa Ana. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Riverside to Santa Ana?

The distance between Riverside and Santa Ana is 39 miles. The road distance is 37.3 miles.

How do I travel from Riverside to Santa Ana without a car?

The best way to get from Riverside to Santa Ana without a car is to train which takes 59 min and costs $8 - $11.

How long does it take to get from Riverside to Santa Ana?

The train from Riverside - Downtown to Santa Ana takes 59 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Santa Ana bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Riverside to Santa Ana train from?

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

Train or bus from Riverside to Santa Ana?

The best way to get from Riverside to Santa Ana is to train which takes 59 min and costs $8 - $11. Alternatively, you can bus and line 83 bus, which costs $2 - $6 and takes 1h 56m.

Where does the Riverside to Santa Ana bus arrive?

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

Where does the Riverside to Santa Ana train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Riverside to Santa Ana?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverside to Santa Ana is 37 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Riverside to Santa Ana.

Where can I stay near Santa Ana?

There are 1341+ hotels available in Santa Ana.

Riverside to Santa Ana - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 83 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Riverside to Santa Ana by train, bus, car, or taxi

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
59 min
$8–11
Bus, line 83 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vine St. Mobility Hub to Harbor + Katella200
2. Take the bus from Katella-Harbor to Main-Civic Center553 / ...
1h 56m
$2–6
Drive 37.1 mi
1. Drive from Riverside to Santa Ana37.1 mi
40 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Riverside to Santa Ana37.1 mi
40 min
$160–200

Riverside to Santa Ana by train

49Weekly Trains

59 minAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 38.9 mi
Duration: 59 min

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

Metrolink Trains operates a train from Riverside - Downtown to Santa Ana every 4 hours. Tickets cost $8–11 and the journey takes 59 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vine St. Mobility Hub to Main-Civic Center via Harbor + Katella and Katella-Harbor in around 1h 56m.

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