Las Vegas to Riverside: Road Trip Guide & Distance

199.3 miles 320.8 km · straight line
238.5 miles actual route 383.9 km · driving distance
4h 22min estimated drive time
$23 - $28 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
220° SW bearing direction

How far is Las Vegas from Riverside?

The distance from Las Vegas to Riverside is 199.3 miles (320.8 km) as the crow flies. Riverside is located SW of Las Vegas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 238.5 miles, taking about 4h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Las Vegas in Nevada and Riverside in California.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Las Vegas 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 Las Vegas to Riverside

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 22min $23 - $28 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 14min $19–$36* Budget
Train ~4h 9min $29–$83* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Las Vegas & Riverside

Quick Facts

Las Vegas
36.17°N, 115.14°W
America/Los_Angeles
610m 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 66 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 124.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM