The cheapest and fastest trains from Riverside, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Riverside, CA to Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, CA will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
It's difficult to get from Riverside, CA to Los Angeles, CA without transferring at least once.
4985 AMTRAK · 785 Pacific Surfliner3:35 PM3h50Riverside Station, Riverside, CA7:25 PMGlendale Transportation Center, Glendale, CA$221One-way1 transfer
4985 AMTRAK · 785 Pacific Surfliner3:35 PM3h50Riverside Station, Riverside, CA7:25 PMGlendale Transportation Center, Glendale, CA$221One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Riverside, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Riverside, CA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $21.
Distance: 49 miles (79 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$21 Average price | $19 Average price Cheapest | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Riverside, CA to Los Angeles, CA:
A bus is $3 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Riverside, CA to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $21 (€17).
Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 55m.
Tickets start at around $21 (€17) compared to roughly $11 (€9) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-10.25 (€-8.27). The journey takes 1h 55m versus 1h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Riverside, CA to Los Angeles, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Riverside, CA to Los Angeles, CA trains for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4985 AMTRAK · 785 Pacific Surfliner | 3:35 PM Riverside Station, Riverside, CA | 3h50 | 7:25 PM Glendale Transportation Center, Glendale, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Riverside, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Trains from Riverside, CA to Los Angeles, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $12 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:53, the last at 17:19. The fastest train covers the 49 miles (79 km) distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 49 miles (79 km) |
Average train duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 50m |
First train 8:53 AM |
Last train 5:19 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metrolink Trains from Riverside, CA to Los Angeles, CA trainsAmtrak, Metrolink Trains trains will get you between Riverside, CA and Los Angeles, CA from $12 (€9). 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 Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Riverside, CA to Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Riverside, CA to Los Angeles, 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
- 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 - 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
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