Busbud recommends taking the bus from Riverside to San Diego
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 2 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 46 reviews, the company was rated 3.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the timeliness. Las Vegas Shuttles ticket prices on this trip start at $54
Las Vegas Shuttles Riverside San Diego recent customer reviews
Driver was amazingly kind, professional and safe/skilled at driving. The bus was 1hr late on pickup and that was difficult to manage with my scheduled appointment at the destination. Also paid for seat 1 and it was taken. Was only able to sit on small jump seat by door. Not, what I paid for.
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Las Vegas Shuttles Riverside San Diego recent customer reviews
Driver was amazingly kind, professional and safe/skilled at driving. The bus was 1hr late on pickup and that was difficult to manage with my scheduled appointment at the destination. Also paid for seat 1 and it was taken. Was only able to sit on small jump seat by door. Not, what I paid for.
Based on 5413 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $37
Las Vegas Shuttles Riverside San Diego recent customer reviews
Driver was amazingly kind, professional and safe/skilled at driving. The bus was 1hr late on pickup and that was difficult to manage with my scheduled appointment at the destination. Also paid for seat 1 and it was taken. Was only able to sit on small jump seat by door. Not, what I paid for.
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Frequently asked questions for your trip Riverside, CA - San Diego, CA, US
What is the distance between Riverside and San Diego?
The distance between the two cities is 87 miles (140 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Riverside to San Diego?
If you're headed to San Diego from Riverside, chances are that your bus will depart from Riverside Bus Station and arrive at Mission Valley Sheraton. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.
What are the best sights and things to do in San Diego?
Once in San Diego, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Coronado, The Gaslamp Quarter, Old Point Loma Lighthouse, Sunset Cliffs Natural Park and Pacific Surf School.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
08/20
$16
08/21
$16
Today
$19
08/23
$18
08/24
$18
08/25
$16
08/26
$15
08/27
$16
The cheapest trip from Riverside, CA to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Aug 26, 2025 with a price of $15
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Riverside, CA to San Diego, CA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $15 to $51 for a bus ticket from Riverside, CA to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2025-08-26.
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Bus Travel Tips
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Riverside and San Diego!
From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Riverside to San Diego.
Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Riverside to San Diego will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Riverside to San Diego, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!
The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.
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