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

The cheapest way to get from Riverside to Vista is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Riverside to Vista is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct train between Riverside and Vista?

No, there is no direct train from Riverside to Vista. However, there are services departing from Riverside - Downtown and arriving at Vista Transit Center via Santa Ana and Oceanside Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Riverside to Vista?

The distance between Riverside and Vista is 105 miles. The road distance is 64.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Riverside to Vista without a car is to train and line 303 bus which takes 3h 24m and costs $16 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Riverside to Vista, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riverside to Vista train from?

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

Where does the Riverside to Vista train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Riverside to Vista?

Yes, the driving distance between Riverside to Vista is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Riverside to Vista.

Where can I stay near Vista?

There are 1085+ hotels available in Vista.

Riverside to Vista - 3 ways to travel via train, line 303 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Riverside to Vista by train, bus, car, or train (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, line 303 bus
best
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to Oceansidetrain IE-OC Line
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 10 to Vista Transit Center Stall 5bus 303 / ...
3h 24m
$16–23
Drive 64 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Riverside to Vistacar 64 mi
1h 11m
$12–17
Train
1. Take the train from Riverside - Downtown to Santa Anatrain IE-OC Line
2. Take the train from Santa Ana to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 29m
$19–37

Riverside to Vista by train and bus

9Weekly Services

3h 24mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 104.3 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

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

You can take a train from Riverside - Downtown to Vista Transit Center via Santa Ana, Oceanside, and Oceanside Transit Center in around 3h 29m.

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