What is the cheapest way to get from Riverside to University of California, San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from Riverside to University of California, San Diego is to drive which costs $16 - $25 and takes 1h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Riverside to University of California, San Diego?

The fastest way to get from Riverside to University of California, San Diego is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs $16 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Riverside and University of California, San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from Riverside to University of California, San Diego. However, there are services departing from Magnolia + Sunnyside and arriving at San Diego via Riverside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Riverside and University of California, San Diego?

No, there is no direct train from Riverside to University of California, San Diego station. However, there are services departing from Riverside - Downtown and arriving at UCSD Central Campus Station via Santa Ana and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Riverside to University of California, San Diego?

The distance between Riverside and University of California, San Diego is 97 miles. The road distance is 92.1 miles.

Where do I catch the Riverside to University of California, San Diego bus from?

Riverside to University of California, San Diego bus services, operated by Riverside Transit Agency, depart from Magnolia + Sunnyside station.

Where do I catch the Riverside to University of California, San Diego train from?

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

Train or bus from Riverside to University of California, San Diego?

The best way to get from Riverside to University of California, San Diego is to line 1 bus and bus which takes 4h 9m and costs $20 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $55 and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Riverside to University of California, San Diego bus arrive?

Riverside to University of California, San Diego bus services, operated by Riverside Transit Agency, arrive at UCR at Bannockburn Village station.

Can I drive from Riverside to University of California, San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverside to University of California, San Diego is 92 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Riverside to University of California, San Diego.

Where can I stay near University of California, San Diego?

There are 2142+ hotels available in University of California, San Diego.

Riverside to University of California, San Diego

Q: How long does it take to get from Riverside to University of California, San Diego?

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Riverside to University of California, San Diego, including transfers.

There are 4 ways to get from Riverside to University of California, San Diego by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, train, or bus

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Line 1 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Magnolia + Sunnyside to UCR at Bannockburn Village1
2. Take the bus from Riverside to San DiegoFlixBus 2015 / ...
4h 9m
$20–52
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to OceansideIE-OC Line
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Gilman Dr & Myers Dr101
5h 47m
$16–26
Train
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to Santa AnaIE-OC Line
2. Take the train from Santa Ana to San Diego Old Town Transportation CenterPacific Surfliner
4h 22m
$37–54
Drive 91.6 mi
1. Drive from Riverside to University of California, San Diego91.6 mi
1h 39m
$17–25

Riverside to University of California, San Diego by bus and foot

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Distance: 96.8 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

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

You can take a bus from Magnolia + Sunnyside to University of California, San Diego via UCR at Bannockburn Village, Riverside, and San Diego in around 4h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Riverside - Downtown to University of California, San Diego via Santa Ana, San Diego Old Town Transportation Center, Old Town Station, and UCSD Central Campus Station in around 4h 22m.

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