The cheapest and fastest trains from Riverside, CA to San Francisco, CA
Cheapest price
$87
Average price
$87
Fastest journey
11 h 3 m
Average duration
11 h 3 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
621 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Riverside, CA to San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, CA will cost around $87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $87.
Of the 1 trains that leave Riverside, CA for San Francisco, 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 621 km distance in an average of 11 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 3 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 11 h 3 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 bus, train, and flight for Riverside, CA to San Francisco, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Riverside, CA to San Francisco, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €65, and a flight costs an average of €154.
Distance: 385 miles (621 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€70 Average price | €65 Average price Cheapest | €154 Average price |
11h 24m Average total duration 10h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 23m Average total duration 12h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Riverside, CA to San Francisco, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Riverside, CA to San Francisco, CA trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:15 PM Riverside, CA | 11h03 | 5:18 AM San Francisco, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Riverside, CA to San Francisco, CA by bus, train, or flight
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Amtrak operates all train services from Riverside to San Francisco. Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Riverside, CA to San Francisco, CA
Trains from Riverside, CA to San Francisco, CA run on average 7 times per day, taking around 10h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $87 (€70) but you can travel from only $81 (€65) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:51, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 385 miles (621 km) distance in 11h 3m.
Distance 385 miles (621 km) |
Average train duration 10h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $87 (€70) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 11h 3m |
First train 05:51 |
Last train 22:35 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Riverside, CA to San Francisco, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Riverside, CA and San Francisco, CA from $81 (€65). 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 San Francisco, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Riverside, CA to San Francisco, 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 San Francisco, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Riverside, CA to San Francisco, 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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