How to get from Orange County to Riverside by bus and train?

Orange County to Riverside - Bus Schedule

The 862 bus from Orange County to Riverside runs from 5:04 AM to 11:59 PM, with departures every 10-25 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 38 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Orange County to Riverside by bus and train

To get from Orange County to Riverside in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 862 bus from Flower-6th station to East Santa Ana Boulevard 1000 station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IE-OC LINE train and finally take the 215 bus from Vine Street Mobility Hub station to Lemon @ University Avenue station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 38 min. The ride fare is $2.00. The bus and train schedule from Orange County may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Riverside on the Moovit app.

98min$2.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 862862
Train - IE-OC LINE
IE-OC LINE
Bus - 215215
Walk to Riverside
Leaves from Flower-6th

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Flower-6th
    ID 6309
    370 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 862862
    Wait for bus
    862
    Santa Ana - Civic Center
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    East Santa Ana Boulevard 1000
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Santa Ana Station
    ID 154, SNA
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - IE-OC LINE
    Wait for train
    IE-OC LINE
    #804| Riverside - Downtown
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Riverside-Downtown Metrolink Station
    ID 123
    58 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Vine Street Mobility Hub
    ID 8949
    310 yd • 4 min
  • 8
    Bus - 215215
    Wait for bus
    215
    San Bernardino Tc
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lemon @ University Avenue
    ID 8959
    1 min
  • 10
    Walk to Riverside
    Walk to
    Riverside
    80 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Orange County to Riverside

The distance between Orange County, Los Angeles and Riverside, Los Angeles is approximately 41.51 mi, which can typically be travelled in 98 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Orange County to Riverside by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Los Angeles – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Orange County to Riverside

To check the bus and train schedule from Orange County to Riverside using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Orange County) and destination (Riverside), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Orange County to Riverside?

    The fastest way takes 98 minutes, using Bus line 862, Train line IE-OC LINE, Bus line 215.

  • Is there a direct bus between Orange County and Riverside?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 38 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Orange County to Riverside?

    The 862 bus line goes from Flower-6th station near Orange County in Santa Ana to East Santa Ana Boulevard 1000 station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till East Santa Ana Boulevard 1000 station near Riverside in Los Angeles.

  • How long does it take to travel from Orange County to Riverside by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Orange County in Santa Ana and Riverside in Los Angeles by bus and train is about 1 hr 38 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Orange County to get to Riverside?

    Get on the 862 bus from the Flower-6th stop near Orange County in Santa Ana.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Orange County and Riverside?

    Get off the bus at the East Santa Ana Boulevard 1000 stop, which is closest to Riverside in Los Angeles.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Orange County to Riverside?

    The ride from Orange County to Riverside costs $2.00.

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