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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | UC Riverside | San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus) | Cheapest | |||||
 | Riverside East Alessandro Boulevard | San Diego University Avenue | Fastest | |||||
| UC Riverside | UCSD Health La Jolla Station | No tags | |||||
 | Riverside Station | Santa Fe Depot | No tags | |||||
| Riverside East Alessandro Boulevard | San Diego University Avenue | No tags |
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Get from Riverside to San Diego
The journey takes about 2 hours 16 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 338, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Riverside and San Diego?
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
Stops in San Diego
- A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA - B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA - C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Riverside, CA to San Diego, CA, US by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Riverside to San Diego?
The cheapest bus tickets from Riverside to San Diego start at R 338. The average price for this route is around R 929. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Riverside to San Diego?
The average bus journey time from Riverside to San Diego is 2h 16m, covering a distance of 131 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 4m and is operated by Las Vegas Shuttles.
Which bus companies service the Riverside to San Diego route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Las Vegas Shuttles, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Riverside to San Diego?
The earliest bus departs from Riverside to San Diego at 00:01. And the latest bus departs at 15:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Riverside to San Diego?
A bus trip from Riverside to San Diego produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Riverside to San Diego?
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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Riverside to San Diego?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Riverside to San Diego?
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 Riverside to San Diego?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Las Vegas Shuttles, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 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 Riverside, CA to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 24 Dec 2025 with a price of R 352To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Riverside, CA to San Diego, CA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 352 to R 952 for a bus ticket from Riverside, CA to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 352, which is on 2025-12-24.
Usually Las Vegas Shuttles will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
