The cheapest and fastest trains from Riverside, CA to Goleta, CA
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$71
Fastest journey
5 h 11 m
Average duration
6 h 59 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
230 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Riverside, CA to Goleta, CA 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 Goleta, CA will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
It's difficult to get from Riverside, CA to Goleta, CA without transferring at least once.




Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Riverside, CA to Goleta, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Riverside, CA to Goleta, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $44, and a flight costs an average of $378.
Distance: 142 miles (230 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
$44 Average price Cheapest | $378 Average price |
7h 7m Average total duration 6h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 20m Average total duration Fastest 6h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Riverside, CA to Goleta, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Riverside, CA to Goleta, CA trains for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:35 PM Riverside, CA | 6h37 | 6:12 AM Goleta, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, March 22 | |||||
![]() | 8:51 AM Riverside, CA | 5h11 | 2:02 PM Goleta, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:17 AM Riverside, CA | 8h46 | 6:03 PM Goleta, CA | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Riverside, CA to Goleta, CA
Trains from Riverside, CA to Goleta, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $44 (€36) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:39, the last at 15:25. The fastest train covers the 142 miles (230 km) distance in 6h 37m.
Distance 142 miles (230 km) |
Average train duration 6h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€36) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 6h 37m |
First train 06:39 |
Last train 15:25 |
Train companies: Metrolink Trains from Riverside, CA to Goleta, CA trainsMetrolink Trains trains will get you between Riverside, CA and Goleta, CA from $44 (€36). 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 Riverside, CA to Goleta, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Riverside, CA to Goleta, 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 Goleta, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Riverside, CA to Goleta, CA
- 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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