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Cheap bus tickets from Chicago, IL to Riverside, CA

from 175,98 €

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Fast, easy, and affordable options from Chicago, IL to Riverside, CA

Avg. trip duration

53 hr 55 mins

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Avg. distance

3658 km

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Cheapest trip

From 175,98 €

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Passengers traveling from Chicago to Riverside can bring one checked luggage and one piece of hand luggage for free. If you want to carry additional or special luggage, you can check all the options available on this page.
The price of a children's bus ticket from Chicago to Riverside depends on the age of the child and the time of booking. Children under the age of 15 receive a discount on the regular adult fare. At the time of booking, we calculate the cheapest price for you from all available rates and discounts. If the discounted price is lower than the child fare, the selected passengers pay the same price. Please, make sure you check our child travel and seat policy. Strollers and foldable pushchairs (width + length + height = max 240 cm) can be transported in the luggage compartment of the bus free of charge.
Yes, all FlixBus buses from Chicago to Riverside are equipped for passengers with reduced mobility. We strive to make our buses as comfortable and accessible as possible for people with disabilities and limited mobility. Service animals are allowed on board all FlixBus buses traveling from Chicago to Riverside. The transportation of wheelchairs, foldable wheelchairs, walking aid and other assistive mobility devices is free of charge.
Traveling by bus from Chicago to Riverside is one of the most environmentally-friendly options available as it reduces traffic associated emissions, and passengers can offset their carbon emissions when they travel with FlixBus by clicking the CO₂ compensation box when booking their ticket.
FlixBus buses traveling from Chicago to Riverside offer extra legroom, private outlets, and restrooms. Most buses also provide free Wi-Fi.
The earliest FlixBus ride from Chicago to Riverside departs at 00:15.
The latest FlixBus ride from Chicago to Riverside departs at 16:30.
There are 3 bus stations in Chicago; Chicago (Cumberland Farms), Chicago Bus Station, Chicago Train Station. You can find the location of the stations on the map on this page.
There is one bus station in Riverside; Riverside (Parking Lot 30 - University of California, Riverside). You can find its location on the map on his page.
No, you don't need to print your ticket if you purchased it online or via the app. Simply show the driver the QR code that you received via email or that is stored in the app and you're ready to travel from Chicago to Riverside. It's that easy!
With FlixBus, you can conveniently reach 15 destinations from Riverside, including San Diego, Los Angeles, Las Vegas.
Yes, weekend trip options are available from Chicago to Riverside. Check out the route's schedule and chose the best option to suit your plans!
Yes, night trip options are available from Chicago to Riverside. Check out the route's schedule and choose the best option to suit your plans!
We offer several payment methods for purchasing your ticket from Chicago to Riverside securely. You can choose among card payment, PayPal, Google Pay and many more. Once in the payment section, you will be able to see all the available options and pick your preferred one. If you are having difficulties with payment, check out our help page about payments. If you buy your bus ticket onboard or at a sales point you are also given the option to pay cash.
You can get from Chicago to Riverside for as little as 175,98 €. Take advantage of our best deals on FlixBus tickets by traveling off-peak and during the week. You can buy your ticket from Chicago to Riverside most easily on this website or in the app.
When traveling from Chicago to Riverside, you can track your bus location on our Real-Time Bus Tracker. Just select the relevant bus stop and check the time of arrival. Find out where your bus is and check if there are delays on the route.

Looking for bus tickets from Chicago to Riverside?

Look no further, we’ve got all the details you need to plan your bus trip! The journey Chicago to Riverside takes as little as 46 hours 55 minutes and can cost as little as 175,98 €. The first bus leaves at 00:15 and the last bus leaves at 16:30. FlixBus runs 2 rides each day between Chicago and Riverside and when travelling with FlixBus, you can expect free Wifi, power sockets and a guaranteed seat for your journey.
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