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

The cheapest way to get from Riverside to Solvang is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Riverside to Solvang is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Riverside and Solvang?

No, there is no direct bus from Riverside to Solvang. However, there are services departing from Vine Street Mobility Hub and arriving at Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop via San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center, Los Angeles Union Station and Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

How far is it from Riverside to Solvang?

The distance between Riverside and Solvang is 199 miles. The road distance is 181.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Riverside to Solvang without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 53m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Riverside to Solvang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Solvang bus from?

Riverside to Solvang bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center station.

Where does the Riverside to Solvang bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Riverside to Solvang?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverside to Solvang is 182 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Riverside to Solvang.

Where can I stay near Solvang?

There are 62+ hotels available in Solvang.

Riverside to Solvang - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Riverside to Solvang by train, bus, car, or bus (Flixbus, Amtrak)

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
best
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to L.A. Union Station
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Isla Vista
3. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop
5h 53m
Drive 180.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Riverside to Solvang180.8 mi
3h 19m
$33–48
Train, bus via Santa Barbara
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 to Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop
6h 53m
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center to Los Angeles Downtown
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Isla Vista
3. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop
6h 56m
Train, bus via Los Angeles Airport (LAX)
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to L.A. Union Station
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Santa Barbara Airport
3. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop
9h 19m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Riverside to Solvang.

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Distance: 198.1 mi
Duration: 5h 53m

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

You can take a bus from Vine Street Mobility Hub to Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop via San Bernardino Transit Center, San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center, Los Angeles Downtown, Los Angeles Union Station, and Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop in around 6h 56m.

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