Apache Junction to Riverside: Road Trip Guide & Distance

338.2 miles 544.2 km · straight line
405.8 miles estimated 653 km · driving distance
8h 10min estimated drive time
$39 - $48 estimated fuel cost
~1h 11min flight time
278° W bearing direction

How far is Apache Junction from Riverside?

The distance from Apache Junction to Riverside is 338.2 miles (544.2 km) as the crow flies. Riverside is located W of Apache Junction. By car, the driving distance is approximately 405.8 miles, taking about 8h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. Both are located in United States — Apache Junction in Arizona and Riverside in California.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Apache Junction and Riverside. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Apache Junction to Riverside

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 10min $39 - $48 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 11min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 48min $32–$61* Budget
Train ~7h 46min $49–$142* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Apache Junction & Riverside

Quick Facts

Apache Junction
33.42°N, 111.55°W
America/Phoenix
525m elevation
Riverside
33.95°N, 117.40°W
America/Los_Angeles
256m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 113 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 28 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 73.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients