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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 | Amtrak Station | CheapestFastest | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | UC Riverside | Amtrak Station | No tags | |||||
 | Riverside Station | Amtrak Station | No tags | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | UC Riverside | Amtrak Station | No tags |
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Get from Riverside to Fresno
The journey takes about 9 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Riverside and Fresno?
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 Fresno
- A2660 Tulare St, Fresno, CA 93721, USA
- B1157 F St, Fresno, CA 93706 , USA
- C919 E St, Fresno, CA 93706, USA
- D
Train / Greyhound Station
1033 H St, Fresno, CA 93721 - E
W Shaw Ave
Carl's Jr., 5275 W Shaw Ave, Fresno, CA 93722, USA
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Riverside, CA to Fresno, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Riverside to Fresno?
The cheapest bus tickets from Riverside to Fresno start from $42. The average price for this route is around $76. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Riverside to Fresno?
The average bus trip duration from Riverside to Fresno is 9h 40m, covering a distance of 236 miles (380 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 57m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Riverside to Fresno route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Riverside to Fresno?
The earliest bus departs from Riverside to Fresno at 10:05am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Riverside to Fresno?
A bus trip from Riverside to Fresno generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Riverside to Fresno?
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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Riverside to Fresno?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Riverside to Fresno?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Fresno?
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 Riverside, CA to Fresno, US was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $54To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Riverside, CA to Fresno, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $54 to $146 for a bus ticket from Riverside, CA to Fresno, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $54 which is on 2025-12-01.
Usually Amtrak 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.
