San Diego, CA to Riverside, CA train

Wed, Sep 11
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Cheap train tickets from San Diego, CA to Riverside, CA

Showing times and prices for Sep 11

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Diego, CA to Riverside, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Amtrak
08:01AM3h49
Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
11:50AMRiverside Station, Riverside, CA
$391One-way
1 transfer
Cheapest
Amtrak
02:01PM3h44
Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
05:45PMRiverside Station, Riverside, CA
$391One-way
1 transfer
Cheapest
Amtrak
02:10PM3h35
Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
05:45PMRiverside Station, Riverside, CA
$391One-way
1 transfer
Cheapest
Amtrak
08:10AM3h40
Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
11:50AMRiverside Station, Riverside, CA
$391One-way
1 transfer
2nd Cheapest
Amtrak
02:01PM4h44
Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
06:45PMRiverside Station, Riverside, CA
$481One-way
1 transfer

Train schedule from San Diego, CA to Riverside, CA

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 11
Amtrak
769 Pacific Surfliner
08:01AM3h49
Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
11:50AMRiverside Station, Riverside, CA
1 transfer
Amtrak
769 Pacific Surfliner
08:10AM3h40
Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
11:50AMRiverside Station, Riverside, CA
1 transfer
Amtrak
581 Pacific Surfliner
02:01PM3h44
Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
05:45PMRiverside Station, Riverside, CA
1 transfer
Amtrak
581 Pacific Surfliner
02:01PM4h44
Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
06:45PMRiverside Station, Riverside, CA
1 transfer
Amtrak
581 Pacific Surfliner
02:10PM4h35
Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
06:45PMRiverside Station, Riverside, CA
1 transfer
Amtrak
581 Pacific Surfliner
02:10PM3h35
Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
05:45PMRiverside Station, Riverside, CA
1 transfer

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Fastest train times from San Diego, CA to Riverside, CA

Showing times and prices for Sep 11

Fastest Journey

3 h 35 m

Average

4 h 1 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

139 km

It's difficult to get from San Diego, CA to Riverside, CA without transferring at least once.

Fastest
Amtrak
02:10PM3h35
Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
05:45PMRiverside Station, Riverside, CA
$391One-way
1 transfer
2nd Fastest
Amtrak
08:10AM3h40
Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
11:50AMRiverside Station, Riverside, CA
$391One-way
1 transfer
Amtrak
02:01PM3h44
Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
05:45PMRiverside Station, Riverside, CA
$391One-way
1 transfer
Amtrak
08:01AM3h49
Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
11:50AMRiverside Station, Riverside, CA
$391One-way
1 transfer
Amtrak
02:10PM4h35
Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
06:45PMRiverside Station, Riverside, CA
$481One-way
1 transfer

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Overview: Train from San Diego, CA to Riverside, CA

distanceDistance86 miles (139 km)
durationAverage train duration3 h 35 min
priceAverage train ticket price$39 (€33)
frequencyTrain frequency6 a day
changesDirect trainNo
carriersTrain providersAmtrak

Trains from San Diego, CA to Riverside, CA cover the 86 miles (139 km) long route taking on average 3 h 35 min with our travel partners like Amtrak. Normally, there are 6 trains operating per day. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as $39 (€33), but the average price of train tickets is $39 (€33).

Train companies: Amtrak from San Diego, CA to Riverside, CA trains

Find the best trains from San Diego, CA to Riverside, CA with Omio's travel partners Amtrak from $39 (€33). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more. Amtrak offers different class options suiting any budget, from Coach Class to Business Class, First Class, and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. There are several different ticket types including Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium for you to book for your next train journey between San Diego, CA and Riverside, CA.

Train information from San Diego, CA to Riverside, CA with Amtrak:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 35 min
  • Cheapest Price: $39
  • Amtrak frequency: 5 a day

FAQs: Trains from San Diego, CA to Riverside, CA

FAQs: Travel by train from San Diego, CA to Riverside, CA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from San Diego, CA to Riverside, CA.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from San Diego, CA to Riverside, CA can start from as little as $39 (€33) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for San Diego, CA to Riverside, CA is $39 (€33); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from San Diego, CA to Riverside, CA is 3 h 35 min   to travel the 86 mile (139 km) long trip, with around there are 6 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from San Diego, CA to Riverside, CA leaves at 3: 01 PM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from San Diego, CA to Riverside, CA leaves at 9: 10 PM.
There are 6 trains a day from San Diego, CA to Riverside, CA which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Take the San Diego, CA to Riverside, CA train with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the trip to Riverside, CA from San Diego, CA as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 10 PM.
A trip to Riverside, CA from San Diego, CA is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 35 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from San Diego, CA to Riverside, CA is October.
You have options as you can travel from San Diego, CA to Riverside, CA 2 different ways: train or bus.

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