The cheapest and fastest buses from Davis, CA to Riverside, CA
Cheapest price
$93
Average price
$93
Fastest journey
10 h 45 m
Average duration
10 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
642 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Davis, CA to Riverside, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Davis, CA to Riverside, CA will cost around $93 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $93.
Of the 1 buses that leave Davis, CA for Riverside, CA on Sat, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 642 km distance in an average of 10 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 45 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 10 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
5:45 PM10h45Davis, CA4:30 AMRiverside, CA$931One-way0 transfers
5:45 PM10h45Davis, CA4:30 AMRiverside, CA$931One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Davis, CA to Riverside, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Davis, CA to Riverside, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $90. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $90, and a flight costs an average of $249.
Distance: 398 miles (642 km)
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$95 Average price Cheapest | $96 Average price | $307 Average price | $91 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 17m Average total duration 10h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 21m Average total duration 9h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 40m Average total duration Fastest 5h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Davis, CA to Riverside, CA:
A bus is $2 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Davis, CA to Riverside, CA costing on average $96 (€79).
A bus is $212 (€174) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Davis, CA to Riverside, CA costing on average $307 (€251).
Other travel options to Riverside, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 51m.
Bus takes on average 10h 47m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Davis, CA to Riverside, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 26h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $159 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 10h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 10h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $90 |
Live departures
Davis, CA to Riverside, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Davis, CA to Riverside, CA buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:45 PM Davis, CA | 10h45 | 4:30 AM Riverside, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Davis, CA to Riverside, CA
Buses from Davis, CA to Riverside, CA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $90 (€74) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 05:30, the last at 19:19. The fastest bus covers the 398 miles (642 km) distance in 10h 45m.
Distance 398 miles (642 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $90 (€74) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 10h 45m |
First bus 5:30 AM |
Last bus 7:19 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Bus from Davis, CA to Riverside, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Davis, CA to Riverside, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Riverside, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular bus stations from Davis, CA to Riverside, CA
Most Davis, CA to Riverside, CA buses use the Sacramento, Bus Terminal to Riverside, Parking Lot 30 station pair. Use this guide to compare Davis, CA and Riverside, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Riverside, Parking Lot 30 from Riverside city centre
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