The cheapest and fastest buses from Glendale, CA to Riverside, CA
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 9 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
82 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Glendale, 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 Glendale, CA to Riverside, CA will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
It's difficult to get from Glendale, CA to Riverside, CA without transferring at least 3 times.
8:42 AM2h51Glendale, CA11:33 AMRiverside, CA$181One-way3 transfers
9:13 AM2h50Glendale, CA12:03 PMRiverside, CA$181One-way3 transfers
9:57 AM3h36Glendale, CA1:33 PMRiverside, CA$181One-way3 transfers
10:49 AM3h14Glendale, CA2:03 PMRiverside, CA$181One-way3 transfers
12:21 PM3h12Glendale, CA3:33 PMRiverside, CA$181One-way3 transfers
9:13 AM2h50Glendale, CA12:03 PMRiverside, CA$181One-way3 transfers
8:42 AM2h51Glendale, CA11:33 AMRiverside, CA$181One-way3 transfers
12:21 PM3h12Glendale, CA3:33 PMRiverside, CA$181One-way3 transfers
10:49 AM3h14Glendale, CA2:03 PMRiverside, CA$181One-way3 transfers
9:57 AM3h36Glendale, CA1:33 PMRiverside, CA$181One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Glendale, CA to Riverside, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glendale, CA to Riverside, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $20, and a bus costs an average of $24.
Distance: 50 miles (82 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$24 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest |
6h 49m Average total duration 6h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glendale, CA to Riverside, CA:
A train is $3 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Glendale, CA to Riverside, CA costing on average $24 (€20).
Other travel options to Riverside, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 19m.
Glendale, CA to Riverside, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 08:42AM | Arrival Time 11:33AM | Duration 2h51 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 08:47AM | Arrival Time 11:28AM | Duration 2h41 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 09:02AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 2h43 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 09:13AM | Arrival Time 12:03PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 09:57AM | Arrival Time 01:33PM | Duration 3h36 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 10:03AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 3h27 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 10:49AM | Arrival Time 02:03PM | Duration 3h14 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 12:21PM | Arrival Time 03:33PM | Duration 3h12 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 12:27PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 3h13 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 06:26PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 6h19 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 11:42PM | Arrival Time 04:16AM | Duration 4h34 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Live departures
Glendale, CA to Riverside, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glendale, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:42 PM Glendale, CA | 6h43 | 6:25 AM Riverside, CA | 3 transfers | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 8:42 AM Glendale, CA | 2h51 | 11:33 AM Riverside, CA | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 9:13 AM Glendale, CA | 2h50 | 12:03 PM Riverside, CA | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 9:57 AM Glendale, CA | 3h36 | 1:33 PM Riverside, CA | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 10:49 AM Glendale, CA | 3h14 | 2:03 PM Riverside, CA | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 12:21 PM Glendale, CA | 3h12 | 3:33 PM Riverside, CA | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glendale, CA to Riverside, CA
Buses from Glendale, CA to Riverside, CA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 09:00, the last at 15:35. The fastest bus covers the 50 miles (82 km) distance in 6h 19m.
Distance 50 miles (82 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 19m |
First bus 9:00 AM |
Last bus 3:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: Metro Los Angeles from Glendale, CA to Riverside, CAYou can travel by bus between Glendale, CA to Riverside, CA with Metro Los Angeles for as low as $20 (€16). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Glendale, CA to Riverside, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glendale, 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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