The cheapest and fastest trains from Los Angeles, CA to Riverside, CA
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
7 h 10 m
Average duration
7 h 10 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, CA to Riverside, CA will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 1 trains that leave Los Angeles, CA for Riverside, CA on Tue, Dec 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 79 km distance in an average of 7 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 10 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 7 h 10 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Los Angeles, CA to Riverside, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Riverside, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €16.
Distance: 49 miles (79 km)
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€17 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest |
1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Los Angeles, CA to Riverside, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Riverside, CA trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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4 Southwest Chief | 1:19 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1h17 | 2:36 AM Riverside Station, Riverside, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Los Angeles, CA to Riverside, CA
Trains from Los Angeles, CA to Riverside, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:51, the last at 17:19. The fastest train covers the 49 miles (79 km) distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 49 miles (79 km) |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 05:51 |
Last train 17:19 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metrolink Trains from Los Angeles, CA to Riverside, CA trainsAmtrak, Metrolink Trains trains will get you between Los Angeles, CA and Riverside, CA from $18 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Los Angeles, CA to Riverside, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to Riverside, CA by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Riverside, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Los Angeles, CA to Riverside, CA
- 4:30 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Vignes Street and Cesar Chavez Avenue.
- Traxx Restaurant
- Union Station Cafe
- Philippe The Original
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $1
- DoubleTree by Hilton Los Angeles Downtown
- Miyako Hotel Los Angeles
- Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza
- Cost $10
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: Main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Metrolink
- Hall 2: Metro Rail connections
- Hall 3: Bus terminal
- Metro: Red Line, Purple Line, Gold Line
- Bus: Several lines available including DASH and Metro Bus
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station is a single-level facility with platforms for Metrolink and Amtrak services.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metrolink: Ventura County Line
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- $0.50
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro: Orange Line
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 7 days a week with multiple entry and exit points.
- Mission Inn Restaurant
- The Salted Pig
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hyatt Place Riverside/Downtown
- The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa
- Marriott Riverside at the Convention Center
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platform 1: Metrolink services
- Platform 2: Amtrak services
- Bus: Riverside Transit Agency (RTA) routes available
- Metrolink: 91/Perris Valley Line, Inland Empire-Orange County Line, Riverside Line
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