How much does a bus ticket from Riverside to San Diego cost?

The bus ticket price from Riverside to San Diego starts at R 368. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Riverside to San Diego is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Riverside to San Diego?

The average travel time between Riverside and San Diego is around 2h 16m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 4m. This is the time it takes to travel the 140 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Riverside and San Diego?

The number of buses from Riverside to San Diego can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Riverside to San Diego by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Riverside to San Diego?

When taking the bus from Riverside to San Diego, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Las Vegas Shuttles, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Riverside to San Diego?

Buses travelling between Riverside and San Diego leave from Riverside Bus Station or Commerce St and arrive at Mission Valley Sheraton, Old Town Courtyard Marriot, Downtown Holiday Inn.

Bus Riverside to San Diego from R 294 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Riverside to San Diego on 5 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:30	UC Riverside	2h 40m	18:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	Cheapest
02:13	Riverside East Alessandro Boulevard	2h 4m	04:17	San Diego University Avenue	Fastest
15:30	UC Riverside	2h 5m	17:35	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	No tags
09:00	Riverside Station	4h 7m	13:07	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
13:13	Riverside East Alessandro Boulevard	2h 4m	15:17	San Diego University Avenue	No tags

Next departures from Riverside to San Diego on 6 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:30	UC Riverside	2h 40m	18:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	Cheapest
02:13	Riverside East Alessandro Boulevard	2h 4m	04:17	San Diego University Avenue	Fastest
15:30	UC Riverside	2h 5m	17:35	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	No tags
09:00	Riverside Station	4h 7m	13:07	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
10:13	Riverside East Alessandro Boulevard	2h 4m	12:17	San Diego University Avenue	No tags

Next departures from Riverside to San Diego on 7 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:30	UC Riverside	2h 40m	18:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	Cheapest
02:13	Riverside East Alessandro Boulevard	2h 4m	04:17	San Diego University Avenue	Fastest
12:50	UC Riverside	4h 25m	17:15	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
09:00	Riverside Station	4h 7m	13:07	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
10:13	Riverside East Alessandro Boulevard	2h 4m	12:17	San Diego University Avenue	No tags

Next departures from Riverside to San Diego on 9 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:30	UC Riverside	2h 40m	18:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	Cheapest
02:13	Riverside East Alessandro Boulevard	2h 4m	04:17	San Diego University Avenue	Fastest
12:50	UC Riverside	4h 25m	17:15	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
09:00	Riverside Station	4h 7m	13:07	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
10:13	Riverside East Alessandro Boulevard	2h 4m	12:17	San Diego University Avenue	No tags

Next departures from Riverside to San Diego on 10 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:30	UC Riverside	2h 40m	18:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	Cheapest
02:13	Riverside East Alessandro Boulevard	2h 4m	04:17	San Diego University Avenue	Fastest
15:30	UC Riverside	2h 5m	17:35	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	No tags
09:00	Riverside Station	4h 7m	13:07	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
10:13	Riverside East Alessandro Boulevard	2h 4m	12:17	San Diego University Avenue	No tags

Next departures from Riverside to San Diego on 11 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:30	UC Riverside	2h 40m	18:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	Cheapest
02:13	Riverside East Alessandro Boulevard	2h 4m	04:17	San Diego University Avenue	Fastest
12:50	UC Riverside	4h 25m	17:15	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
09:00	Riverside Station	4h 7m	13:07	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
13:13	Riverside East Alessandro Boulevard	2h 4m	15:17	San Diego University Avenue	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:00 PM PST.

Get from Riverside to San Diego

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 16 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 368, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

2h 16mAverage duration

136 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Riverside, CA to San Diego, CA, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceR 982

Average bus trip duration2h 16m

Number of daily buses8

Earliest bus departure01:56

Distance136 km

Latest bus departure15:30

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55 563 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Las Vegas Shuttles

3.5/548 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness2.2

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.2

Based on 48 reviews, the company was rated 3.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the timeliness. Las Vegas Shuttles ticket prices on this trip start at R 978

Las Vegas Shuttles Riverside San Diego recent customer reviews

Driver was amazingly kind, professional and safe/skilled at driving. The bus was 1hr late on pickup and that was difficult to manage with my scheduled appointment at the destination. Also paid for seat 1 and it was taken. Was only able to sit on small jump seat by door. Not, what I paid for.

Robert T.

4 December 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511 181 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11181 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 368

FlixBus Riverside San Diego recent customer reviews

Driver left 3 minutes early and I missed the bus

Kheri Saul C.

7 March 2024

The prices was nice..

Spencer L.

22 January 2024

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Riverside to San Diego Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Riverside and San Diego?

Stops in Riverside

A - Riverside Bus Station

B - Commerce St

Stops in San Diego

A - Mission Valley Sheraton

B - Old Town Courtyard Marriot

C - Downtown Holiday Inn

D - Greyhound Station

E - Market St. & Park Blvd

F - San Ysidro McDonald's

Frequently asked questions on the trip Riverside, CA - San Diego, CA, US

How much does a bus ticket from Riverside to San Diego cost?
The bus ticket price from Riverside to San Diego starts at R 368. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Riverside to San Diego is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Riverside to San Diego?
The average travel time between Riverside and San Diego is around 2h 16m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 4m. This is the time it takes to travel the 140 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Riverside and San Diego?
The number of buses from Riverside to San Diego can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Riverside to San Diego by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Riverside to San Diego?
When taking the bus from Riverside to San Diego, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Las Vegas Shuttles, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Riverside to San Diego?
Buses travelling between Riverside and San Diego leave from Riverside Bus Station or Commerce St and arrive at Mission Valley Sheraton, Old Town Courtyard Marriot, Downtown Holiday Inn.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01/11

R 338

02/11

R 605

Today

R 320

04/11

R 311

05/11

R 303

06/11

R 294

07/11

R 311

08/11

R 329

The cheapest trip from Riverside, CA to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 06 Nov 2025 with a price of R 294

To 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 294 to R 1 049 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 294, which is on 2025-11-06.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Riverside and San Diego!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Riverside to San Diego.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Riverside to San Diego will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Riverside to San Diego, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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