Riverbank to Truckee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

117.3 miles 188.7 km · straight line
146.6 miles estimated 235.9 km · driving distance
2h 57min estimated drive time
$14 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
20° NNE bearing direction

How far is Riverbank from Truckee?

The distance from Riverbank to Truckee is 117.3 miles (188.7 km) as the crow flies. Truckee is located NNE of Riverbank. By car, the driving distance is approximately 146.6 miles, taking about 2h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. 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. 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 Riverbank and Truckee. 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 Riverbank to Truckee

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 57min $14 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 32min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 48min $18–$51* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Riverbank & Truckee

Quick Facts

Riverbank
37.74°N, 120.94°W
America/Los_Angeles
43m elevation
Truckee
39.33°N, 120.18°W
America/Los_Angeles
1773m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 39 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 212.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients