Find coaches from Los Angeles, US to Riverside, CA

Next departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to Riverside on 31 August
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
Los Angeles Union Station
UC RiversideCheapest
FlixBus
Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)
UC RiversideFastest
FlixBus
Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)
UC RiversideNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
UC RiversideNo tags
FlixBus
Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)
UC RiversideNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles to Riverside

Bus
Average priceUS$17 - US$49Average duration3h 40m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$15 - US$21Average duration1h 17m
7kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Los Angeles to Riverside

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Riverside. The journey takes about 1 hour 17 minutes and with fares starting at just US$15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
1h 17mAverage duration
US$15Cheapest ticket
7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Los Angeles, US to Riverside, CA: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$22
Average bus trip duration3h 40m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure06:45
Distance53 miles
Latest bus departure13:30

Los Angeles to Riverside Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Los Angeles to Riverside. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

Bus service from Los Angeles to Riverside will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Riverside from Los Angeles, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Los Angeles, US - Riverside, CA

  1. What's the distance between Los Angeles and Riverside by coach?

    The journey from Los Angeles to Riverside by coach covers an approximate distance of 49 miles (79 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Los Angeles to Riverside without a car?

    You can reach Riverside from Los Angeles by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/08
US$16
29/08
US$17
Today
US$16
31/08
US$14
01/09
US$13
02/09
US$12
03/09
US$11
04/09
US$9
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Riverside, CA was searched and found on 4 Sept 2025 with a price of US$9

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Los Angeles, US to Riverside, CA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$9 to US$25 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Riverside, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$9, which is on 2025-09-04.

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 Los Angeles and Riverside!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Los Angeles to Riverside, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Los Angeles to Riverside.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Los Angeles to Riverside while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Will you be returning to Los Angeles, US by bus?

Bus from Riverside, CA to Los Angeles, US

You can also go to Riverside, CA by train

Train from Los Angeles, US to Riverside, CA

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