Madera to Riverside: Road Trip Guide & Distance

256.3 miles 412.4 km · straight line
320.3 miles estimated 515.5 km · driving distance
6h 27min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
143° SE bearing direction

How far is Madera from Riverside?

The distance from Madera to Riverside is 256.3 miles (412.4 km) as the crow flies. Riverside is located SE of Madera. By car, the driving distance is approximately 320.3 miles, taking about 6h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Madera 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 Madera to Riverside

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 27min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 44min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 8min $38–$112* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Madera & Riverside

Quick Facts

Madera
36.96°N, 120.06°W
America/Los_Angeles
83m 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 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 97.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients