How to get from L.A. Union Station to Riverside by bus and train?

L.A. Union Station to Riverside - Train Schedule

The PACIFIC SURFLINER train from L.A. Union Station to Riverside runs from 6:10 AM to 10:10 PM, with departures every 1 hr-3 hr. The trip takes about 2 hr 26 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From L.A. Union Station to Riverside by bus and train

To get from L.A. Union Station to Riverside in Los Angeles, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the PACIFIC SURFLINER train from Union Station station to Anaheim-Artic Metrolink Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 50 bus and finally take the 200 bus from Tustin + Chestnut station to Lemon + University station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 26 min. The bus and train schedule from L.A. Union Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Riverside on the Moovit app.

146min
Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
Bus - 5050
Bus - 200200
Walk to Riverside
Leaves from Union Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    L.A. Union Station
  • 2
    Train - PACIFIC SURFLINERPACIFIC SURFLINER
    Wait for train
    PACIFIC SURFLINER
    San Diego
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Anaheim-Artic Metrolink Station
    38 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Artic - Dock 6
    ID 8366
    190 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 5050
    Wait for bus
    50
    The Village at Orange
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tustin-Vanowen
    ID 5624
    15 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Tustin + Chestnut
    ID 3623
    200 yd • 3 min
  • 8
    Bus - 200200
    Wait for bus
    200
    East to Riverside & San Bernardino
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lemon + University
    ID 3489
    68 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 L.A. Union Station to Riverside

The distance between L.A. Union Station, Los Angeles and Riverside, Los Angeles is approximately 70.59 mi, which can typically be travelled in 146 min. Moovit will show you the directions from L.A. Union Station 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 L.A. Union Station to Riverside

To check the bus and train schedule from L.A. Union Station to Riverside using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (L.A. Union Station) 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 L.A. Union Station to Riverside?

    The fastest way takes 146 minutes, using Train line PACIFIC SURFLINER, Bus line 50, Bus line 200.

  • Is there a direct train between L.A. Union Station and Riverside?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 26 min.

  • Which train line goes from L.A. Union Station to Riverside?

    The PACIFIC SURFLINER train line goes from Anaheim-Artic Metrolink Station near L.A. Union Station in Downtown to Artic - Dock 6 station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Artic - Dock 6 station near Riverside in Los Angeles.

  • How long does it take to travel from L.A. Union Station to Riverside by train and bus?

    The total travel time between L.A. Union Station in Downtown and Riverside in Los Angeles by train and bus is about 2 hr 26 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near L.A. Union Station to get to Riverside?

    Get on the PACIFIC SURFLINER train from the Anaheim-Artic Metrolink Station near L.A. Union Station in Downtown.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between L.A. Union Station and Riverside?

    Get off the train at the Artic - Dock 6 stop, which is closest to Riverside in Los Angeles.

  • When is the last train from L.A. Union Station to Riverside?

    The last train from L.A. Union Station in Downtown to Riverside in Los Angeles is the Riverside Line line. It leaves the Union Station at 11:35 AM.

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