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Riverside by plane
Riverside by plane
Riverside is a short drive away from Ontario International Airport . This medium hub airport has direct flights to many domestic cities (and Mexico!), an uncrowded terminal, and generally easy freeway access. Travelers interested in flying in to Ontario should probably look into Southwest Airlines, as they occupy most of Terminal 4. If your destination is specifically Riverside, flying in to other Los Angeles-area airports is possible, but not recommended. Los Angeles International and Burbank are both located in Los Angeles County, over an hour's drive away without congestion, and the same can be said for Orange County's John Wayne Airport. If you have your own aircraft, Riverside Municipal Airport is centrally located and offers easy access to the city. No commercial passenger flights currently serve this airport.
After arriving at the airport, getting to Riverside almost certainly requires navigation of Southern California's infamous freeway system. Follow the signs for Interstate 10 East, then get on the I-15 South, and get on the CA-60 East. You will spend only about 2 miles on the I-15, so stay in the two right-hand lanes. After that interchange, you're only about 15 miles outside of the city.
It is possible to take public transport from Ontario International to Riverside. However, it is most certainly difficult. For frugal travelers, here's the information. Take the airport shuttle around to the Omnitrans bus stop on Airport Dr, and wait for the Omnitrans 61 bound for Ontario/Fontana. This will cost you $1.15, exact change only. If it is during commute hours on weekdays, get off at the Ontario Mills transit center, near the mall. Board a red Riverside Transit Agency route 204 bus headed towards "Riverside". It will cost you $2.25 and take about half an hour. If it is not during commute hours on the weekdays, buy an Omnitrans day pass ($3.50) on the #61 and ride it to Fontana Metrolink. From there, board either the #10 or #14 to San Bernardino, and get off downtown. Cross the street and board the #215 to Riverside. Either will eventually drop you off at the Downtown Riverside Bus Terminal.
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