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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Fresno, CA to Riverside, CA
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
10 h 50 m
Average duration
10 h 50 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
378 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Fresno, 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 Fresno, CA to Riverside, CA will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 2 buses that leave Fresno, CA for Riverside, CA on Sat, Jun 20, 2 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 378 km distance in an average of 10 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 50 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 10 h 50 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.
2:00 PM10h50Fresno, CA12:50 AMRiverside, CA$341One-way0 transfers- 3:00 PM10h50Fresno, CA1:50 AMRiverside, CA$341One-way0 transfers
- 3:00 PM10h50Fresno, CA1:50 AMRiverside, CA$341One-way0 transfers
- 2:00 PM10h50Fresno, CA12:50 AMRiverside, CA$341One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Fresno, CA to Riverside, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fresno, CA to Riverside, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, and a flight costs an average of $116.
Distance: 234 miles (378 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$41 Average price Cheapest | $68 Average price | $267 Average price | $55 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 13m Average total duration Fastest 5h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 43m Average total duration 5h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Fresno, CA to Riverside, CA:
A bus is $27 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Fresno, CA to Riverside, CA costing on average $68 (€56).
A bus is $225 (€185) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Fresno, CA to Riverside, CA costing on average $267 (€218).
Other travel options to Riverside, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 43m.
Train takes on average 5h 55m.
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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.
Fresno, CA to Riverside, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:35AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 28h50 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 03:33PM | Duration 8h18 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:29AM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 6h06 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:29PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 6h01 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:29PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 6h01 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $59 |
Live departures
Fresno, CA to Riverside, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Fresno, CA to Riverside, CA buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 702 Gold Runner · 5402 AMTRAK | 10:29 AM Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 6h06 | 4:35 PM Riverside Station, Riverside, CA | 1 transfer | |
| 702 Gold Runner · 5802 AMTRAK · 782 Pacific Surfliner · 4982 AMTRAK | 10:29 AM Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 7h21 | 5:50 PM Riverside Station, Riverside, CA | 3 transfers | |
| 712 Gold Runner · 5412 AMTRAK | 2:29 PM Fresno station, Fresno, CA | 6h01 | 8:30 PM Riverside Station, Riverside, CA | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
| 2:00 PM Fresno, CA | 10h50 | 12:50 AM Riverside, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:00 PM Fresno, CA | 10h50 | 1:50 AM Riverside, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Fresno, CA to Riverside, CA
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Buses from Fresno, CA to Riverside, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 02:25, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 234 miles (378 km) distance in 6h 1m.
Distance 234 miles (378 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 6h 1m |
First bus 2:25 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Fresno, CA to Riverside, CAYou can travel by bus between Fresno, CA to Riverside, CA with FlixBus for as low as $33 (€27). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Fresno, CA to Riverside, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fresno, 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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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Fresno, CA to Riverside, CA
Most Fresno, CA to Riverside, CA buses use the Fresno, Tulare St (Greyhound Station) to Riverside, Parking Lot 30 station pair. Use this guide to compare Fresno, CA and Riverside, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Fresno, Tulare St (Greyhound Station) from Fresno city centre
Getting to Riverside, Parking Lot 30 from Riverside city centre
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