How to get from Berkeley, CA to Riverside, CA

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What is the best way to travel from Berkeley, CA to Riverside, CA?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Flights for the journey to Riverside, CA from Berkeley, CA. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
16h 10m
$61
$76
1
Flight
5h 42m
$138
$308
9

What is the cheapest way to reach Riverside, CA from Berkeley, CA?

You can get to Riverside, CA with just $61 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Tuesday
from $88
Wednesday
Thursday
from $61
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
from $80
Monday

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    16h 10m
    0
    9:05 PM
    Berkeley, CA
    University of California
    1:15 PM
    Riverside, CA
    UC Riverside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $88

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    16h 10m
    0
    9:05 PM
    Berkeley, CA
    University of California
    1:15 PM
    Riverside, CA
    UC Riverside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $61
  • Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Spirit Airlines
    5h 42m
    0
    9:57 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    3:39 PM
    Ontario, CA Flughafen
    Terminal
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $138
  • Skyscanner
    15h 58m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    11:58 PM
    Ontario, CA Flughafen
    Terminal
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $303
  • Skyscanner
    24h 24m
    0
    7:55 PM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    8:19 PM
    Ontario, CA Flughafen
    Terminal
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $303
  • Alaska Airlines
    9h 32m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    3:32 PM
    Ontario, CA Flughafen
    Terminal
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $384
  • Alaska Airlines
    6h 17m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    3:32 PM
    Ontario, CA Flughafen
    Terminal
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $412

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    16h 10m
    0
    9:05 PM
    Berkeley, CA
    University of California
    1:15 PM
    Riverside, CA
    UC Riverside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $80

What are the fastest trips from Berkeley, CA to Riverside, CA?

You can get to Riverside, CA from Berkeley, CA in just 5h 42m with a Flight from Spirit Airlines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Tuesday
from 16h 10m
Wednesday
Thursday
from 5h 42m
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
from 16h 10m
Monday

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    16h 10m
    0
    9:05 PM
    Berkeley, CA
    University of California
    1:15 PM
    Riverside, CA
    UC Riverside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $88

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Spirit Airlines
    5h 42m
    0
    9:57 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    3:39 PM
    Ontario, CA Flughafen
    Terminal
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $138
  • Alaska Airlines
    6h 17m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    3:32 PM
    Ontario, CA Flughafen
    Terminal
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $412
  • Alaska Airlines
    9h 32m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    3:32 PM
    Ontario, CA Flughafen
    Terminal
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $384
  • Skyscanner
    15h 58m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    11:58 PM
    Ontario, CA Flughafen
    Terminal
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $303
  • Skyscanner
    24h 24m
    0
    7:55 PM
    Oakland Airport
    Oakland Airport
    8:19 PM
    Ontario, CA Flughafen
    Terminal
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $303
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    16h 10m
    0
    9:05 PM
    Berkeley, CA
    University of California
    1:15 PM
    Riverside, CA
    UC Riverside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $61

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    16h 10m
    0
    9:05 PM
    Berkeley, CA
    University of California
    1:15 PM
    Riverside, CA
    UC Riverside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $80
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Berkeley, CA to Riverside, CA

What are the most popular stations in Berkeley, CA and Riverside, CA?

In Berkeley, CA, you will usually depart from University of California, N Berkeley BART Station or Train Station, while in Riverside, CA you will be arriving at UC Riverside, Bus Stop or Alessandro FS Meridian, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Riverside, CA from Berkeley, CA? With 2 connections between 1 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Berkeley, CA and Riverside, CA, you can pay as low as $61 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Spirit Airlines: you will get to Riverside, CA in just 5h 42m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Berkeley, CA and Riverside, CA are FlixBus, Skyscanner and Alaska Airlines, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Berkeley, CA and Riverside, CA is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Albany, CA or to Highgrove, CA, and look at flights from San Francisco, CA - Airport, and landing at Ontario, CA Flughafen. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Berkeley, CA to Riverside, CA?

The most popular companies between Berkeley, CA and Riverside, CA, are FlixBus, Skyscanner and Alaska Airlines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Airlines: Skyscanner, Alaska Airlines and Spirit Airlines

All you need to know when you travel from Berkeley, CA to Riverside, CA

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Berkeley, CA to Riverside, CA. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Berkeley, CA to Riverside, CA

How can I reach Riverside, CA from Berkeley, CA?

Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Riverside, CA from Berkeley, CA.

How far is Riverside, CA from Berkeley, CA?

The distance between Berkeley, CA and Riverside, CA is 384.3 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Berkeley, CA and Riverside, CA?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 17 kgs of CO2, a train 22 kgs, a car 105 kgs, and a flight 152 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Berkeley, CA to Riverside, CA?

You can get to Riverside, CA with just $61 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Berkeley, CA to Riverside, CA?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Riverside, CA in just 5h 42m with a Flight from Spirit Airlines.

More routes to Berkeley, CA and to Riverside, CA

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Berkeley, CA and to Riverside, CA. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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