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Phoenix Art Museum
A leading Southwestern art museum with major collections of American, Latin American, Asian, and Western works in Downtown Phoenix.
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$78
Fastest journey
6 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 7 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
495 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Riverside, CA to Phoenix, AZ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Riverside, CA to Phoenix, AZ will cost around $78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
It's difficult to get from Riverside, CA to Phoenix, AZ without transferring at least once.








Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Riverside, CA to Phoenix, AZ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $72. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $72, and a flight costs an average of $97.
Distance: 307 miles (495 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$111 Average price Cheapest | $178 Average price | $65 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 15m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Riverside, CA to Phoenix, AZ:
A bus is $66 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Riverside, CA to Phoenix, AZ costing on average $178.
Other travel options to Phoenix, AZ take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 45m.
You'll arrive about -3h -4m sooner (6h 45m by bus vs 4h 41m by car) and save roughly $-45.88 compared to fuel and tolls ($111 vs $65). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Infobus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Tufesa Internacional | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator Omnitrans | Departure Time 10:03AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 6h47 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator Riverside Transit Agency | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator Omnitrans | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator Omnitrans | Departure Time 11:33AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 6h57 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator Tufesa Internacional | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator Tufesa Internacional | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator Omnitrans | Departure Time 05:33PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 7h37 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $143 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Omnitrans | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $54 |
The table below shows live departures for Riverside, CA to Phoenix, AZ buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
0 | 12:00 PM Riverside, CA | 6h30 | 6:30 PM Phoenix, AZ | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 5:30 PM Riverside, CA | 6h25 | 11:55 PM Phoenix, AZ | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:05 AM Riverside, Parking Lot 30, CA | 7h05 | 5:10 PM Phoenix, Sky Train Station, AZ | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:05 AM Riverside, Parking Lot 30, CA | 6h45 | 4:50 PM Phoenix, Bus Station (E Buckeye Rd) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Riverside, CA to Phoenix, AZ run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $72 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 307 miles (495 km) distance in 7h 5m.
Distance 307 miles (495 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 7h 5m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 4 days |
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Tip 18-20% at restaurants, 15-20% for taxis or rideshares, and $1-2 per drink or coffee in cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Riverside, CA to Phoenix, AZ 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 Phoenix, AZ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Riverside, CA to Phoenix, AZ buses use the Riverside, Parking Lot 30 to Phoenix, Bus Station (E Buckeye Rd) station pair, with some services arriving at Phoenix, Sky Train Station. Use this guide to compare Riverside, CA and Phoenix, AZ bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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