Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | San Francisco Bus Station | UC Riverside | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | San Francisco Bus Station | UC Riverside | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | 409 Townsend St, SF | UC Riverside | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Daly BART - 500 John Daly Blvd | UC Riverside | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Daly BART - 500 John Daly Blvd | UC Riverside | No tags |
Get from San Francisco to Riverside
The journey takes about 13 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just £71, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in San Francisco and Riverside?
Stops in San Francisco
- A
Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf)
700 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA - B
Powell Station
25 Cyril Magnin St , San Francisco, CA 94102-2812 - C
Union Square Hilton
255 Mason St,, San Francisco, CA 94102-2114 - D
San Francisco Greyhound Station
200 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA 94105 - E
444 Townsend St.
444 Townsend St, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA
Stops in Riverside
- A
Riverside Bus Station
3911-3956 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, CA 92501, USA - B
Commerce St
3767-3791 Commerce St, Riverside, CA 92507, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from San Francisco, US to Riverside, CA
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from San Francisco to Riverside?
The cheapest coach tickets from San Francisco to Riverside start from £71. The average price for this route is around £124. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from San Francisco to Riverside?
The average bus journey time from San Francisco to Riverside is 13h 30m, covering a distance of 387 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 10h 50m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the San Francisco to Riverside route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Francisco to Riverside?
The earliest bus departs from San Francisco to Riverside at 16:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Francisco to Riverside?
A bus journey from San Francisco to Riverside produces an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from San Francisco to Riverside?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from San Francisco to Riverside?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Francisco to Riverside?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Francisco to Riverside?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Riverside, CA was searched and found on 26 Nov 2025 with a price of £47To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Francisco, US to Riverside, CA as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £47 to £260 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Riverside, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £47, which is on 2025-11-30.
