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How to Travel from

Chicago to Riverside, CA

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Ontario
Ave. Duration:
6h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$560.50
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
4h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$764.32
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
4h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.77–$420.37
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Palm
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$891.70

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Ontario
Ave. Duration:
6h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.08–$318.46
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
6h 38m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.77–$394.90
Plane from Midway International Airport to Palm
Ave. Duration:
6h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$343.94–$535.02
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Palm
Ave. Duration:
6h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$318.46–$496.81

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Ontario
Ave. Duration:
4h 31m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$178.34–$560.50
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
4h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$471.33
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
4h 46m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$280.25–$433.11
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Palm
Ave. Duration:
4h 38m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$280.25–$891.70

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to Palm
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$95.54–$445.85

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to Ontario
Ave. Duration:
4h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$433.11
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Ontario
Ave. Duration:
5h 57m
Frequency:
Saturday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.86–$407.64
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$203.82–$509.54
Plane from Midway International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
4h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$547.76
Plane from Midway International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
4h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$484.07
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$267.51–$267.70
Plane from Midway International Airport to Palm
Ave. Duration:
4h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$280.25–$700.62
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Palm
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$254.77–$700.62

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Riverside
Ave. Duration:
41h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$191.08–$700.62
Train from Fullerton station to Riverside-Downtown
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.01–$70.06
Bus from Palm Springs Airport Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Metrolink Trains

Phone:
(800) 371-LINK (5465)
Website:
metrolinktrains.com
Train from L. A. Union Station station to Riverside-Downtown
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$12.10–$15.29
Train from Tustin station to Riverside-Downtown
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$9.55–$12.74
Train from Fullerton station to Riverside-Downtown
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$8.92–$11.46

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to St
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.75–$191.08
Bus from St Louis Bus Station to Indio
Ave. Duration:
36h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$127.39–$764.32

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Indio Bus Station to Riverside
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.55–$47.13
Bus from San Diego to Riverside
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.10–$53.50

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Riverside, CA?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Riverside, CA is to fly and train which costs $130.43 - $304.35 and takes 10h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Riverside, CA is to fly which takes 8h 46m and costs $141.30 - $380.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Riverside, CA?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Riverside, CA. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Riverside via St Louis Bus Station and Indio Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 30m.

How far is it from Chicago to Riverside, CA?

The distance between Chicago and Riverside, CA is 2804 km. The road distance is 3189.6 km.

How do I travel from Chicago to Riverside, CA without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Riverside, CA without a car is to train which takes 42h 50m and costs $163.04 - $597.83 .

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Riverside, CA?

It takes approximately 8h 46m to get from Chicago to Riverside, CA, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Riverside, CA bus from?

Chicago to Riverside, CA bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Riverside, CA?

The best way to get from Chicago to Riverside, CA is to fly which takes 8h 46m and costs $141.30 - $380.43 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $163.04 - $597.83 and takes 42h 50m, you could also bus, which costs $130.43 - $869.57 and takes 46h 30m.

Where does the Chicago to Riverside, CA bus arrive?

Chicago to Riverside, CA bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Riverside, CA?

Riverside, CA is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 04:01 in Chicago and 05:01 in Riverside, CA.

Can I drive from Chicago to Riverside, CA?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Riverside, CA is 3190 km. It takes approximately 30h 44m to drive from Chicago to Riverside, CA.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to Riverside, CA?

Book your Chicago to Riverside, CA bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Riverside, CA?

There are 190+ hotels available in Riverside, CA. Prices start at $63.78 per night.
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