Maricopa to Riverside: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Maricopa from Riverside?

The distance from Maricopa to Riverside is 314.2 miles (505.7 km) as the crow flies. Riverside is located WNW of Maricopa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 377 miles, taking about 7h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in United States — Maricopa 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 Maricopa 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.