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La Mesa, United States of America → Riverside, United States of America

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Three ways to Travel from La Mesa to Riverside

Composite routes from La Mesa to Riverside

Cheapest
1 h 42 min
Car
157 km.
from $8
Other
1 h 42 min
Rideshare
157 km.
from $5.97
5 h 15 min
136 km.
from $70.91

Transport providers

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center to Santa
Ave. Duration:
1h 49m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$12.74–$89.17

Metrolink Trains

Phone:
(800) 371-LINK (5465)
Website:
metrolinktrains.com
Train from Santa Ana station to Riverside-Downtown
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$9.55–$12.10

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
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 La Mesa to Riverside?

The cheapest way to get from La Mesa to Riverside is to drive which costs $16.30 - $25 and takes 1h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from La Mesa to Riverside?

The fastest way to get from La Mesa to Riverside is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs $16.30 - $25 .

Is there a direct train between La Mesa and Riverside?

No, there is no direct train from La Mesa station to Riverside station. However, there are services departing from 70th Street Station and arriving at Riverside-Downtown station via San Diego Old Town Transportation Center and Santa Ana station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from La Mesa to Riverside?

The distance between La Mesa and Riverside is 190 km. The road distance is 157.8 km.

How do I travel from La Mesa to Riverside without a car?

The best way to get from La Mesa to Riverside without a car is to bus which takes 4h 43m and costs $11.96 - $65.22 .

How long does it take to get from La Mesa to Riverside?

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from La Mesa to Riverside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the La Mesa to Riverside train from?

La Mesa to Riverside train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Diego Old Town Transportation Center station.

Train or bus from La Mesa to Riverside?

The best way to get from La Mesa to Riverside is to bus which takes 4h 43m and costs $11.96 - $65.22 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $20.65 - $103.26 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the La Mesa to Riverside train arrive?

La Mesa to Riverside train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Ana station.

Can I drive from La Mesa to Riverside?

Yes, the driving distance between La Mesa to Riverside is 158 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from La Mesa to Riverside.

Where can I stay near Riverside?

There are 208+ hotels available in Riverside. Prices start at $66.64 per night.
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