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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Baldwin Park/El Monte | UC Riverside | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | E Garvey Avenue | 3956 University Ave | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | E Garvey Avenue | 3956 University Ave | No tags | ||||
| Bus | E Garvey Avenue | 3956 University Ave | No tags | ||||
| Bus | E Garvey Avenue | 3956 University Ave | No tags |
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Get from El Monte to Riverside
The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in El Monte and Riverside?
Stops in El Monte
- A
El Monte Bus Station
3501 Santa Anita Ave, El Monte, CA 91731, USA
Stops in Riverside
- A
Riverside Bus Station
3911-3956 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, CA 92501, USA - B
Commerce St
3767-3791 Commerce St, Riverside, CA 92507, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from El Monte, US to Riverside, CA by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from El Monte to Riverside?
The cheapest bus tickets from El Monte to Riverside start from $28. The average price for this route is around $59. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from El Monte to Riverside?
The average bus travel time from El Monte to Riverside is 1h 40m, covering a distance of 61 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 15m and is operated by Executive Lines.
Which bus companies service the El Monte to Riverside route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Executive Lines, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from El Monte to Riverside?
The earliest bus departs from El Monte to Riverside at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 4:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from El Monte to Riverside?
A bus trip from El Monte to Riverside generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from El Monte to Riverside?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Executive Lines, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from El Monte to Riverside?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Executive Lines has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from El Monte to Riverside?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from El Monte to Riverside?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Executive Lines, with a cleanliness rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from El Monte, US to Riverside, CA was searched and found on Feb 3, 2026 with a price of $18To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from El Monte, US to Riverside, CA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $18 to $59 for a bus ticket from El Monte, US to Riverside, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2026-02-04.
