How far is San Diego, CA from Riverside, CA?

Fastest route

Travel from San Diego, California to Riverside, California is approximately 99.1 miles (159.5 kilometers) and takes around 1 hour and 41 minutes via the I-15 N and I-215 N routes. Follow these directions to reach your destination:

Directions

  1. Head east on Broadway toward Eleventh Ave.
  2. Turn left onto Eleventh Ave.
  3. Continue onto Cabrillo Fwy/CA-163 N.
  4. Keep right at the fork to continue on I-215 N, following signs for Riverside/San Bernardino.
  5. Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 34B to merge onto CA-91 W toward Riverside/Beach Cities.
  6. Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 64 for Mission Inn Ave toward Downtown.
  7. Use the middle lane to turn right onto Mission Inn Avenue.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Plan your trip during non-peak hours to avoid heavy traffic.
  • 🛣️ Check for any road closures or construction updates before starting your journey.
  • ⛽ Ensure your vehicle has enough fuel for the entire trip.
  • 🚘 Consider carpooling with friends or family to reduce travel costs.
  • 📱 Use a navigation app to stay updated on real-time traffic conditions.
  • 🚧 Stay alert for road signs and follow the indicated directions carefully.
  • 🍴 Pack some snacks and water for the drive, in case you get hungry along the way.

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between San Diego and Riverside is 86.55 miles (139.29 km).

Flight distance from San Diego, CA to Riverside, CA is 86.55 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 11 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 10 minutes to travel from San Diego to Riverside with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from San Diego, California to Riverside, California is: 98.25 miles (158.12 km) by car.

Driving from San Diego to Riverside will take approximately 01 hours 45 minutes.

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#1 San Diego

The eighth most populous city in the United States and the center of the San Diego metropolitan area. It is located on the coast of Southern California, at the border with Mexico. San Diego is a major center for tourism and is home to the San Diego Zoo.

Population 1422420
GPS Coordinates 32°42'57"N 117°9'53"W
Latitude 32.7157100
Longitude -117.1647200
Altitude 20
Country United States
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#2 Riverside

The most populous city in Riverside County, California and the center of the Riverside metropolitan area. It is located in southern California. Riverside is known for its citrus industry, its history as a resort town, and its many attractions, such as the Mission Inn Riverside and the California Citrus State Historic Park.

Population 330786
GPS Coordinates 33°57'12"N 117°23'46"W
Latitude 33.9533500
Longitude -117.3961600
Altitude 252
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between San Diego and Riverside

The distance between San Diego and Riverside is 158 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 45 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between San Diego and Riverside. The current time is 00:38:54.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 03 hours 16 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 02 hours 27 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 01 hours 57 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 01 hours 38 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 01 hours 24 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 01 hours 18 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 01 hours 13 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 13.12 liters (3.47 gallon) of gas to cover the route between San Diego and Riverside.
The estimated cost of gas to go from San Diego to Riverside is $18.57 (diesel $21.48).

California gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $5.36 $5.59 $5.74 $6.2
Total $18.57 $19.39 $19.91 $21.48

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in California ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $5.355 (Diesel $6.196) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 07, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between San Diego and Riverside (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

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