Albuquerque to Riverside: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Albuquerque from Riverside?
The distance from Albuquerque to Riverside is 616.4 miles (992 km) as the crow flies. Riverside is located W of Albuquerque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 756.1 miles, taking about 13h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 44min. Both are located in United States — Albuquerque in New Mexico and Riverside in California.
This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.
Coordinates come from public place data for Albuquerque and Riverside. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.
How to Get from Albuquerque to Riverside
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 205 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 51 hours
- You could travel this distance about 40.4 times to circle the Earth's equator