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

The cheapest way to get from Riverside to Sylmar is to train which costs $12 - $18 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Riverside to Sylmar is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Riverside and Sylmar?

No, there is no direct bus from Riverside to Sylmar. However, there are services departing from Magnolia + Sunnyside and arriving at San Fernando / Polk via Riverside and Lankershim / Magnolia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Riverside and Sylmar?

No, there is no direct train from Riverside to Sylmar. However, there are services departing from Riverside - Downtown and arriving at Sylmar / San Fernando via L.A. Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Riverside to Sylmar?

The distance between Riverside and Sylmar is 82 miles. The road distance is 73.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Riverside to Sylmar without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs $12 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Riverside to Sylmar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Sylmar bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Riverside to Sylmar train from?

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

Train or bus from Riverside to Sylmar?

The best way to get from Riverside to Sylmar is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs $12 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus and line 224 bus, which costs $11 - $90 and takes 4h 33m.

Where does the Riverside to Sylmar bus arrive?

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

Where does the Riverside to Sylmar train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Riverside to Sylmar?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverside to Sylmar is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Riverside to Sylmar.

Where can I stay near Sylmar?

There are 357+ hotels available in Sylmar.

Riverside to Sylmar - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 224 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to L.A. Union Station91-PV Line / ...
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Sylmar / San FernandoAV Line
2h 55m
$13–18
Bus, line 224 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Riverside to Los AngelesFlixBus 2030
2. Take the bus from Lankershim / Magnolia to San Fernando / Polk224
4h 33m
$11–89
Drive 73.3 mi
1. Drive from Riverside to Sylmar73.3 mi
1h 20m
$14–20

Riverside to Sylmar by train

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2h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 82 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

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

You can take a train from Riverside - Downtown to Sylmar / San Fernando via L.A. Union Station in around 2h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Magnolia + Sunnyside to San Fernando / Polk via UCR at Bannockburn Village, Riverside, Los Angeles, and Lankershim / Magnolia in around 4h 33m.

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