Bus Tickets from Sacramento, US to Riverside, CA

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Next departures to Riverside

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: September 1 at
    Departure city: Sacramento
    Departure location: Sacramento Valley Station
    Arrival time: September 1 at
    Destination city: Riverside
    Destination location: Riverside Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 1 at
    Departure city: Sacramento
    Departure location: Greyhound Sacramento Station
    Arrival time: September 2 at
    Destination city: Riverside
    Destination location: UC Riverside
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 1 at
    Departure city: Sacramento
    Departure location: Sacramento Valley Station
    Arrival time: September 1 at
    Destination city: Riverside
    Destination location: Riverside Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Sacramento to Riverside

Bus
Average PriceUS$64 - US$149Average Duration14h 55m
16kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$61 - US$105Average Duration11h 19m
58kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Sacramento to Riverside

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Riverside. The journey takes about 11 hours 19 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
11h 19mAverage Duration
US$61Cheapest ticket
58kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Sacramento, US to Riverside, CA: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$94
Average Bus Trip Duration14h 55m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure10:20pm
Distance635 km

Sacramento to Riverside Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Sacramento to Riverside. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Sacramento to Riverside.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Riverside from Sacramento, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Sacramento, US - Riverside, CA

  1. What is the distance between Sacramento and Riverside?

    The distance covered from Sacramento to Riverside is 633 km (393 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Sacramento to Riverside?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Greyhound Sacramento Station, in Sacramento, and end it at Riverside Bus Station, in Riverside.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Riverside, CA was searched and found on Sep 1, 2025 with a price of US$84

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sacramento, US to Riverside, CA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$84 to US$284 for a bus ticket from Sacramento, US to Riverside, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$84 which is on 2025-09-01.

About Bus Travel

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 Sacramento and Riverside!

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 Sacramento to Riverside.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Sacramento to Riverside.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Sacramento to Riverside.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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