How to get from San Fernando Valley to Riverside by bus and train?

San Fernando Valley to Riverside - Bus Schedule

The 235/236 bus from San Fernando Valley to Riverside runs from 5:04 AM to 10:06 PM, with departures every 5 min-1 hr. The trip takes about 3 hr 46 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From San Fernando Valley to Riverside by bus and train

To get from San Fernando Valley to Riverside in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 235/236 bus from Balboa / Strathern station to Sylmar Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the AV LINE train and finally take the RIV LINE train from Union Station station to Riverside-Downtown Metrolink Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 46 min. The ride fare is $1.75. The bus and train schedule from San Fernando Valley may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Riverside on the Moovit app.

226min$1.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 235/236235/236
Train - AV LINE
AV LINE
Train - RIV LINE
RIV LINE
Walk to Riverside
Leaves from Balboa / Strathern

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Balboa / Strathern
    ID 348
    220 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 235/236235/236
    Wait for bus
    235/236
    Sylmar Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sylmar Station
    ID 30015
    42 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Sylmar/San Fernando Metrolink
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - AV LINE
    Wait for train
    AV LINE
    #208| L.A. Union Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Union Station
    ID 80214S
    37 min
  • 7
    Train - RIV LINE
    Wait for train
    RIV LINE
    #400| Riverside - Downtown
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Riverside-Downtown Metrolink Station
    ID 123
    91 min
  • 9
    Walk to Riverside
    Walk to
    Riverside
    0.51 mi • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from San Fernando Valley to Riverside

The distance between San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles and Riverside, Los Angeles is approximately 93.97 mi, which can typically be travelled in 226 min. Moovit will show you the directions from San Fernando Valley 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 San Fernando Valley to Riverside

To check the bus and train schedule from San Fernando Valley to Riverside using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (San Fernando Valley) 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 San Fernando Valley to Riverside?

    The fastest way takes 226 minutes, using Bus line 235/236, Train line AV LINE, Train line RIV LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between San Fernando Valley and Riverside?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 46 min.

  • Which bus line goes from San Fernando Valley to Riverside?

    The 235/236 bus line goes from Balboa / Strathern station near San Fernando Valley in Van Nuys to Sylmar Station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Sylmar Station near Riverside in Los Angeles.

  • How long does it take to travel from San Fernando Valley to Riverside by bus and train?

    The total travel time between San Fernando Valley in Van Nuys and Riverside in Los Angeles by bus and train is about 3 hr 46 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near San Fernando Valley to get to Riverside?

    Get on the 235/236 bus from the Balboa / Strathern stop near San Fernando Valley in Van Nuys.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between San Fernando Valley and Riverside?

    Get off the bus at the Sylmar Station, which is closest to Riverside in Los Angeles.

  • How much is the bus fare from San Fernando Valley to Riverside?

    The ride from San Fernando Valley to Riverside costs $1.75.

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