The cheapest and fastest buses from Orange, CA to Riverside, CA
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
1 h 27 m
Average duration
1 h 49 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Orange, 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 Orange, CA to Riverside, CA will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 5 buses that leave Orange, CA for Riverside, CA on Thu, Apr 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct buses cover the 46 km distance in an average of 1 h 49 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest buses will take 2 h 40 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.
581 Pacific Surfliner · 4982 AMTRAK4:13 PM1h37Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA5:50 PMRiverside Station, Riverside, CA$91One-way1 transfer
769 Pacific Surfliner · 4970 AMTRAK10:13 AM1h27Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA11:40 AMRiverside Station, Riverside, CA$91One-way1 transfer
769 Pacific Surfliner · 4970 AMTRAK10:04 AM1h36Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA11:40 AMRiverside Station, Riverside, CA$131One-way1 transfer
581 Pacific Surfliner · 4982 AMTRAK4:04 PM1h46Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA5:50 PMRiverside Station, Riverside, CA$131One-way1 transfer
FlixBus10:15 AM2h40Anaheim, Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC)12:55 PMRiverside, Parking Lot 30, CA$161One-way0 transfers
769 Pacific Surfliner · 4970 AMTRAK10:13 AM1h27Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA11:40 AMRiverside Station, Riverside, CA$91One-way1 transfer
769 Pacific Surfliner · 4970 AMTRAK10:04 AM1h36Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA11:40 AMRiverside Station, Riverside, CA$131One-way1 transfer
581 Pacific Surfliner · 4982 AMTRAK4:13 PM1h37Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA5:50 PMRiverside Station, Riverside, CA$91One-way1 transfer
581 Pacific Surfliner · 4982 AMTRAK4:04 PM1h46Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA5:50 PMRiverside Station, Riverside, CA$131One-way1 transfer
FlixBus10:15 AM2h40Anaheim, Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC)12:55 PMRiverside, Parking Lot 30, CA$161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Orange, CA to Riverside, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Orange, CA to Riverside, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $10.
Distance: 28 miles (46 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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$5 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price |
1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Orange, CA to Riverside, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:04AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h36 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:13AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h27 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 04:04PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 1h46 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 04:13PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 1h37 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Compare prices and tickets Orange, CA to Riverside, CA by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Orange, CA to Riverside, CA
Buses from Orange, CA to Riverside, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 09:00, the last at 16:13. The fastest bus covers the 28 miles (46 km) distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 28 miles (46 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 2m |
First bus 9:00 AM |
Last bus 4:13 PM |
Bus providers: Riverside Transit Agency from Orange, CA to Riverside, CAYou can travel by bus between Orange, CA to Riverside, CA with Riverside Transit Agency for as low as $5 (€4). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Orange, CA to Riverside, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Orange, CA to Riverside, CA by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Riverside, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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